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The Green Paradox: Balancing Growth and Ecology in WAEMU and WAMZ Economies

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This study examines the relationship between economic growth, energy intensity, and environmental sustainability in the WAEMU and WAMZ economies from 2002 to 2022, highlighting the role of institutional quality. The findings reveal that energy intensity worsens environmental degradation, while stronger institutions in WAEMU mitigate this effect. Policy recommendations include promoting energy efficiency, increasing renewable energy investments, strengthening governance, and encouraging sustainable urbanization to balance growth with ecological preservation.

Source: Energy RESEARCH LETTERS

DOI: 10.46557/001c.143660

Authors: Seyi Saint Akadiri, Usenobong Akpan, Oladunni Adesanya

Institution: University of Leeds

Language: English

Topic: Energy, Environment, Economic Growth

Subfield: Economics and Econometrics

Field: Economics, Econometrics and Finance

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Climate action, Decent work and economic growth

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4415533118