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Economic, environmental, and technical gains from the Kyoto Protocol: Evidence from cement manufacturing Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-03-14 Michael Cary, Heather M. Stephens
The Kyoto Protocol is an international agreement signed in 1997 to reduce emissions of carbon dioxide and mitigate the consequences of global climate change. Early studies of the effectiveness of the Kyoto Protocol have attributed it to approximately a 7%–10% reduction in global carbon dioxide emissions. Given the carbon intensity of cement manufacturing, we examine the impact of the Kyoto Protocol
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Does oil, gas, and mineral rents reduce amid rising environmental policy stringency? Mediating role of financial development in G11 countries Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-03-13 Haoliang Wang, Jingwen Li
Improving a nation's efficient utilization of mineral resources depends heavily on the implementation of effective environmental regulations and incentives. Though stringent policies may have the potential to decrease revenues from activities such as mining or logging, they interact intricately with the income generated from these resources. This interaction is notably influenced by the nation's level
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Fostering green economic growth through sustainable management of natural resources Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-03-13 Zerong Li, Lan Li, Mo Hui
This study examines the importance of promoting environmentally friendly economic growth by effectively managing natural resources. It specifically focuses on the period from 2005 to 2014 in the BRICS nations. By employing the sophisticated Propensity Score Matching with Difference-in-Differences (PSM-DID) model, our research reveals intricate relationships between sustainable practices and the advancement
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Who are root hazards? A research on optimization of safety training management in coal mine enterprises from data-driven perspective Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-03-12 Ziwei Fa, Ke Yan, Zunxiang Qiu, Yueqian Zhang, Quanlong Liu, Xinchun Li
As a significant measure of behavioral risk control, the quality and efficiency of safety training and education can directly affect employees' unsafe behavioral patterns. Therefore, in order to scientifically improve the effectiveness of safety training management, this paper adopts the idea of data-driven research paradigm. Firstly, the accident causation model in the coal mine industry is redefined
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How does inflation rate influence the resource utilization policy? New empirical evidence from OPEC countries Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-03-12 Zhichao Yu, Umar Farooq, Nizomjon Khajimuratov Shukurullaevich, Mohammad Mahtab Alam, Jiapeng Dai
As the global economic climate continuously evolves, understanding the nuanced relationship between inflation rates and resource utilization has become imperative for policymakers and industry stakeholders. In view of this, this study aims to investigate the intricate relationship between inflation rates and the utilization policies of natural resources. The empirical analysis was conducted on 20 years
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The interface of environment and human wellbeing: Exploring the impacts of gold mining on food security in Ghana Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-03-11 Jacob Obodai, Shonil Bhagwat, Giles Mohan
This paper explores the intricate connections between the environment and human wellbeing, focusing on the interplay between mining, agriculture, and food security. Despite a vast body of literature examining the impact of mining on agriculture and subsequent implications for food security, there remains a notable gap in comprehensive studies evaluating these effects across all dimensions of food security:
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From resources to resilience: How green innovation, fintech and natural resources shape sustainability in OECD countries Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-03-11 Bo He, Wen Jie, Haihong He, Majed Alsubih, Gioia Arnone, Samariddin Makhmudov
This paper analyses how green innovation, Fintech, natural resources, and gross domestic product shape the emission of CO2. The study hypothesises that these factors encompass intrinsic potential to predict CO2 emissions. Particularly, OECD countries have been selected to analyse the nexus because these elements, specifically Fintech, have been observing constant increases. Therefore, data from 1990
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Mineral resources and growth nexus in ASEAN countries: What role do trade diversification, ICT, and financial inclusion play in the resource curse spectrum? Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-03-11 Xianyun Song, Wenwen Hou
The natural resource curse hypothesis is widely acknowledged in the empirical literature; however, its indirect influence, augmented with trade diversification, information and technology, and financial inclusion on the economic development of ASEAN countries, is unexplored. Thus, the present study analyses the existence of the resource curse considering the moderating role of these factors from 2000
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Policy market orientation, property rights, and corruption effects on the rent of non-renewable resources in Latin America and the Caribbean Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-03-11 Néstor A. Le Clech
This study aims to evaluate the role of two institutional variables (property rights and corruption) and two outward-oriented policies (trade and capital account openness) on the rents of non-renewable natural resources in Latin America and the Caribbean. The sample under study involves data from 20 countries during the period 1971–2019.
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The influence of natural gas investments on coastal livelihoods in Lindi Region, Tanzania Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-03-10 Pius Z. Yanda, Brown Gwambene, Anselm R. Mwajombe
Recently, there has been an increased expectation from natural resources, including natural gas, which eventually created development opportunities. The overall objective was to understand the influence of natural gas investments on the local community's livelihood and sustainability in the coastal area. Specifically, it identifies the local community's socioeconomic characteristics, examines how the
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Concurrent optimisation of open pit ore and waste movement with optimal haul road selection Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-03-10 Ranajit Das, Erkan Topal, Elham Mardaneh
Optimal open pit ore and waste scheduling with a network of haulage options create a large combinatorial problem. In this paper, a mathematical model has been proposed to simultaneously optimise pit and waste dump schedules with the shortest haulage selection from possible haul-road networks. The model also determines the optimal quantity of material to be sent through the shortest haulage path for
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Zimbabwe’s mining policy impact on revenue leakages Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-03-07 Pemberai Abide Tanda, Bekir Genc
One of the key objectives of the Zimbabwean government’s “Vision 2030” is growing the mining industry to have a revenue of 12-billion USD annually. This vision is at risk due to the numerous mining revenue leakages the country experiences. In this study, the influence of revenue leakages on Zimbabwe’s endeavour to change the mining sector to an industry that generates targeted revenues were investigated
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Inter-communal violence in sub-Saharan Africa: The role of corporate social responsibility in Nigeria's oil producing region Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-03-06 Joseph Ikechukwu Uduji, Elda Nduka Vitalis Okolo-Obasi, Justitia Odinaka Nnabuko, Geraldine Egondu Ugwuonah, Josaphat Uchechukwu Onwumere
We examine the impact of multinational oil companies’ (MOCs) corporate social responsibility (CSR) using global memorandum of understanding (GMoU) on mitigating the resurgence of inter-communal violence in Niger Delta, Nigeria. Using explanatory research design, the study adopted mixed methods to answer the research questions and test the hypotheses of the study. Primary data were generated from a
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Volatility spillover between oil prices and main exchange rates: Evidence from a DCC-GARCH-connectedness approach Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-03-06 Leila Ben Salem, Montassar Zayati, Ridha Nouira, Christophe Rault
This paper investigates the co-movements of oil prices and the exchange rates of 10 top oil-importing and oil-exporting countries. First, we estimated the total static spillover index based on vector autoregressive (VAR) models. Second, we adopted the recent DCC-GARCH-CONNECTEDNESS approach proposed by Gabauer (2020) to conduct a time-varying analysis that investigates the directionally dynamic connectedness
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Does digital governance matter for environmental sustainability? The key challenges and opportunities under the prism of natural resource management Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-03-06 Chaoqun Huang, Weibai Liu, Wasim Iqbal, Syed Ale Raza Shah
Since the Industrial Revolution, the globe has faced numerous challenges, but rising environmental pollution has become more prominent. Undoubtedly, the globe has tried to offer some green initiatives for environmental sustainability, but the problem remains intact. Under such green initiatives, this study introduces the key challenges and their best alternatives for environmental sustainability. For
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Understanding the Interplay: Oil price and renewable energy investment in Africa's net oil importing and net oil exporting countries Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-03-05 Ishaya Tambari, Pierre Failler, Shabbar Jaffry
This study investigates the symmetric and asymmetric relationships between oil price and renewable energy investment (REI) in six African countries (Algeria, Angola, Egypt, Ethiopia, Nigeria, and South Africa), examining the differences between net oil-importing and net oil-exporting countries in Africa. The study employs autoregressive distributed lag bounds testing and the non-linear autoregressive
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Mineral resource investments and mutual funds performance: A remedy for recovery in BRICS Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-03-05 Zhuo Chen, Nawazish Mirza, Muhammad Umar, Zeina Sawtari, Xin Xie
There is limited research that investigates how exposure to mineral resource firms impacts the performance of equity funds. This is an interesting phenomenon for BRICS that have a significant economic dependence on natural resources. In the present study, we address this gap by analyzing the comparative risk-adjusted performance of equity funds that have high or low investments in mineral resource
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Clean Energy's influence on the mineral resource market in the ASEAN region Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-03-05 Xinqiang Li, Cheng Wang
This study investigates the influence of eco-friendly energy sources on the mineral resource market size in ten ASEAN member states from 2000 to 2021. The analysis indicates that the consumption of solar, hydro, and wind energy has a negative impact on the mineral resource market, with solar energy having the most significant and enduring effect over the long term. Additionally, carbon emissions are
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Crude oil price hikes and exchange rate volatility: A lesson from the Bangladesh economy Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-03-04 Biplob Kumar Nandi, Md Humayun Kabir, Mohitosh Kumar Nandi
Crude oil price volatility has drawn greater concern for the prudent exchange rate policy as well as price stability. Net oil-importing countries, like Bangladesh, experience persistent currency devaluation due to the oil price volatility in the international market. Understanding the relationship between oil price and exchange rate nexus, this study examines the oil price and exchange rate volatility
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The role of carbon taxation in promoting a green economy for sustainability: Optimizing natural resource efficiency Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-03-03 Yanan Song, Xiaolong Hua
This study investigates the role of carbon taxation in enhancing natural resource efficiency and fostering a green economy within the BRICS countries, spanning the period from 1991 to 2022. Given the challenges these countries face, including infrastructural and technological limitations, funding difficulties for eco-friendly initiatives, and the pressures of economic growth, this research aims to
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Reviewing energy efficiency and environmental consciousness in the minerals industry Amidst digital transition: A comprehensive review Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-03-03 Qamar Uz Zaman, Yuhuan Zhao, Shah Zaman, Kiran Batool, Rabiya Nasir
The mining industry has long grappled with the digital transformation challenge, partly due to its historically conservative nature. Much of the discourse revolved around selecting appropriate mining methodologies like striking a balance between ore and waste selectivity, optimization of implementation scales, reducing costs, and adaptation of suitable metallurgical extraction methods. However, the
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Role of natural resources markets and environmental sustainability on economic growth Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-03-03 S, h, a, n, g, p, u, , L, i
The paper investigates how the world's markets for natural resources may be completely transformed by using cutting-edge technology and creative marketing techniques. The article analyzes the impact of natural resource endowments on sustainable economic growth in emerging nations from 2016. It has been demonstrated that natural resource fluctuation, petroleum leases, gas leases, monetary inclusion
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Business cycles in a cocoa and gold economy: Commodity price shocks do not always matter Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-03-02 Emmanuel Ameyaw
This paper seeks to characterize the response of Ghana’s business cycle to cocoa and gold commodity price shocks using a time-varying parameter structural vector autoregressive (TVP-SVAR) model. We then provide some plausible explanations underlying the estimated effect of these price shocks on Ghana’s business cycle. In the yearly model, a significant positive effect of a cocoa price shock on Ghana’s
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Does decentralization improve natural resources and government efficiency? Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-03-02 Peijun Xie, Wenhui Xiao, Yifan Cai, Zili Zhu
The importance of natural resource efficiency has not been explored much in the literature. The novel idea of incorporating the role of financial inclusion and fiscal decentralization in emerging economies regarding environmental sustainability and sustainable development is lacking. This study scrutinizes factors such as financial inclusion and fiscal decentralization impact on CO2 emissions in top
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Digitalization and changing value propositions for mining regions: Options for action Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-03-02 Keith Storey, Greg Halseth, Laura Murphy, Sean Markey
Digitalization has the power to fundamentally change many of the longstanding characteristics of mining, from the ways work is done, to where it is done and by whom. In particular, digitalization may decrease the direct value that mining can deliver to mining communities. Based primarily on Canadian experience, the paper frames a range of possible impacts and implications as digitalization changes
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Fintech, natural resource abundance, environmental regulations and energy consumption in BRICST and G7 economies: Empirical evidence from novel climate change index Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-03-01 Beiling Ma, Mehmet Akif Destek, Luqman Shahzad, Muhammad Farhan Bashir
The growing evidence of global warming and climate change has helped create a consensus to formulate stringent energy, resource, and environmental policies to protect environmental quality. However, ecological distress continues to grow due to fossil fuel and natural resource dependency. The current study extends the environmental debate by analyzing how Fintech, natural resource abundance, environmental
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Mineral policy management perspective: Government effectiveness and digitalization for the Russian economy Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-03-01 Liangke Xia, Fanrong Li, Yun Zhou, Pengcheng Xue
In the transitioning era towards environmentally friendly resources, sustainable natural resources policies must be acquired, particularly in the mineral resource-rich areas. The present research purposes are to examine the impact of various resources, governance, technological, and energy-related factors on the economic prosperity of the Russian economy. Covering the period from 1990 to 2022, this
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Moving towards green growth? Harnessing natural resources and economic complexity for sustainable development through the lens of the N-shaped EKC framework for the European Union Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-03-01 Shah Saud, Abdul Haseeb, Syed Anees Haider Zaidi, Irfan Khan, Huiyun Li
Sustainable development is a development plan that promotes efficient management of natural resources, sophisticated production technology, alternative energy sources, and economic well-being through financial aid in a sustainable manner for current and future generations. As a result, this study aims to explore the link between natural resources, economic complexity, and sustainable development in
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Probing the role of natural resources and urbanization towards ecological sustainability in BRICST economies Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-03-01 Yang Shi, Jinlong Li, Zhen Fang, Ye Li, Han Hu, Wei Nie, Fuyu Meng
As global attention intensifies toward improving environmental conditions, the identification of key factors fostering environmental sustainability emerges as a paramount global priority. This study explores the intricate influence of natural resources, economic growth, hydro energy, urbanization, and financial globalization on the load capacity factor in BRICST nations. Utilizing panel data spanning
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Impacts of illegal Artisanal and small-scale gold mining on livelihoods in cocoa farming communities: A case of Amansie West District, Ghana Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-29 Peter Donkor, Ebenezer Kwadwo Siabi, Kwasi Frimpong, Prince Twum Frimpong, Samuel Kofi Mensah, Christopher Vuu, Elikplim Sarah Siabi, Emmanuel Kwasi Nyantakyi, Felix Agariga, Thomas Atta-Darkwa, Jacob Kofi Mensah
The study delves into the intricate ramifications of Illegal Artisanal and Small-Scale Gold Mining (ASGM) on cocoa farming and rural livelihoods in the Amansie West District of Ghana. A mixed-methods approach, incorporating both quantitative and qualitative descriptive research design was used after sampling 150 respondents. Findings of the study revealed that while ASGM ostensibly presents economic
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Modelling the influence of natural resources and social globalization on load capacity factor: New insights from the ASEAN countries Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-28 Junhua Du, Xiaofei Yang, Dengjie Long, Yongrong Xin
This study aims to evaluate the effect of natural resources and social globalization on load capacity factor in six ASEAN nations over the timeline from 1990 to 2020. To attain this objective, a diverse array of econometric methods, encompassing cross sectional dependency, slope homogeneity test, and second-generation stationary methods and cointegration techniques were applied. This research extended
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Exploring the impacts of financial technologies and natural resources on sustainable development to advance SDGs-2030 across various time horizons Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-28 Xiaoge Zhu, Tanaya Saha, Muhammad Zubair Chishti, Qi Xu
In order to facilitate the achievement of Sustainable Development (SD), numerous studies have identified a range of determinants. However, the role of advanced financial technologies (FinTech) in achieving SD has received less attention. This recent study builds upon previous literature by examining the impact of financial technologies alongside natural resources and green technologies on three Sustainable
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Examining the nexus of mineral resources, technology adoption, and economic expansion in advancing sustainable development in OECD economies Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-28 Chien-Chi Chu, Manal Yunis, Xiying Huang, Yingye Mi, Yida Wu, Yun Ji
In a time when advanced economies are struggling with both environmental stability and sustainable development, the need for striking a balance between using natural resources and protecting environmental quality is paramount. As the consumption of natural resources quickens, environmental pollution and energy-related emissions concerns amplify. This research explores the complex relations of environmental
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Energy infrastructure: Investment, sustainability and AI Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-28 Elena G. Popkova, Bruno S. Sergi
This paper provides theoretical and methodological underpinnings for optimal investment decisions in the oil & gas industry. In doing so, this paper investigates how to transition from intuitive investment decisions to processing big data. AI and flexible and interactive databases allow for rationalizing decision-making and avoiding randomly insufficiently high environmental effects of investment projects
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Asymmetric impact of natural resources, fintech, and digital banking on climate change and environmental sustainability in BRICS countries Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-28 Ganlin Pu, Wing-Keung Wong, Qiang Du, Ata Al Shraah, Abdullah Alromaihi, Iskandar Muda
Climate change and environmental sustainability concerns are spreading globally, increasing the need for understanding and the implementation of proper actions to mitigate environmental repercussions sharply. In this regard, there is a great opportunity for financial sectors, technological advancements, and the responsible utilization of natural resources to provide significant solutions for defending
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Effects of EU-Compliant mining waste regulation on Turkish mining sector: A review of characterization, classification, storage, management, recovery of mineral wastes Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-27 Taşkın Deniz Yıldız, Mehmet Oğuz Güner, Orhan Kural
Mining Waste Regulation in Türkiye entered into force on 15/07/2015. The important issues envisaged in the Regulation are as follows: Determination of waste characterization and collection of mineral wastes under three groups as "hazardous waste", "non-hazardous waste" and "inert waste", classification of mineral waste disposal facilities as "Category A" and "Category B", regulations on the management
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Assessing the dynamics among oil consumption, ecological footprint, and renewable energy: Role of institutional quality in major oil-consuming countries Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-27 Mohammad Maruf Hasan, Su Nan, Umra Waris
Comprehending the intricate dynamics between oil consumption and environmental factors is imperative for developing effective and sustainable resource management policies. This study utilizes panel data from 1996 to 2022 and sophisticated analytical techniques, including the Method of Moments Quantile Regression (MMQR) and Canay (2011b) quantile regression. Two models have been employed; the first
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Asymmetric effects of oil prices on inflation in Côte d’Ivoire Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-26 Richard K. Moussa, Bouba Ousseini, Cyrille K. Taha
This study examines the asymmetric effects of both international and local oil prices on the inflation rate in Côte d’Ivoire over the period 2005–2022. A nonlinear autoregressive distributed lag (NARDL) model is used to account for the asymmetric effects and analyse both long run and short run effects of oil prices on inflation. The results indicate that in the long run, an increase in international
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Beyond closure: A literature review and research agenda for post-mining transitions Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-26 Thomas Measham, Jim Walker, Fiona Haslam McKenzie, Jason Kirby, Caroline Williams, Jillian D'Urso, Anna Littleboy, Agnes Samper, Rebecca Rey, Bryan Maybee, David Brereton, Guy Boggs
Post-mining transition is a growing area of interest in research, policy and practice. One of the key reasons for this growing attention is the increasing number of mines closing, and expected to close, in coming decades around the world. Another reason for the heightened focus on closure and transition stems from the poor track record of closure and relinquishment of mines. Thousands of mines sit
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Asymmetric dynamic spillover and time-frequency connectedness in the oil-stock nexus under COVID-19 shock: Evidence from African oil importers and exporters Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-26 Yufeng Chen, Zulkifr Abdallah Msofe, Chuwen Wang
Amid the profound disruptions triggered by COVID-19 in financial markets, this paper investigates changes in the interconnectedness behavior in terms of mean and volatility contagion between crude oil and stock markets in African oil importers and exporters. To this aim, we employ asymmetric BEKK-Copula-GARCH and Wavelet Coherence methods, and the analyses are evaluated before and during COVID-19.
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Financial development and resource-curse hypothesis: Moderating role of internal and external conflict in the MENA region Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-26 Kaixian Li, Dongyu Wang, Tong Xu, Yuqi Zhang
“Resource curse hypothesis” has been extensively pondered in extant literature. However, less attention has been given to political risks and financial development (FD) in the Middle East and North African countries (MENA). Hence, this current study explores the role of internal and external conflicts in realizing the impact of natural resources on FD (Resource Curse) based on the foundations of resource
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Impact of fintech readiness, natural resources, and business freedom on economic growth in the CAREC region Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-26 Asif Razzaq
The CAREC region, particularly Central Asian economies, traditionally rely on mineral resources. However, there is an increasing awareness of the significant potential and growing interest in financial technology, and supportive business regulations. Hence, this study investigates the pivotal role of fintech, natural resources, and economic freedom in shaping the economic growth trajectory of the CAREC
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Interlinking dynamics of natural resources, financial development, industrialization, and energy intensity: Implications for natural resources policy in emerging seven countries Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-26 Keren Chen, Rabia Qammar, Abdul Quddus, Ning Lyu, Ibrahim Alnafrah
The study examines the intricate relationship between energy poverty, natural resources rents, energy intensity, financial development, and industrialization, with CO emissions in the E−7 countries from 1996 to 2021. This study utilizes a nonparametric econometric approach known as the method of moments quantile regression. The findings highlight significant associations among these variables. Higher
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Co-movement between carbon emissions and forex market: A tale of COVID-19 outbreak and Russia-Ukraine invasion Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-25 Rabindra Nepal, Miklesh Prasad Yadav, Rupinder Katoch, Himani Gupta, Atul Kumar
Carbon emissions, a fast-moving environmental problem, is truly becoming an overarching international financial sensation. The carbon emission challenges faced during the COVID-19 and Russia Ukraine War adversely affected forex market. This paper attempts to unravel the frequency co-movement of carbon emissions with forex market. We consider daily observation of carbon emissions (CE) and forex market
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Integrated effect of financial development and digital trade on resources footprint: Role of and agricultural value added in MINT countries Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-24 Yuhua Liu, Kexin Chen
In the 27th Conference of the Parties (COP27), resource efficiency and improved ecological quality are imperious policy plans for emerging MINT countries. The susceptibility to climate adversities compels environmentalists and energy activists to authenticate the driving forces of resource consumption. Hence, this research evaluates the influence of agriculture value addition (AVA), financial development
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The effect of climate vulnerability on global carbon emissions: Evidence from a spatial convergence perspective Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-24 Xiaohang Ren, Ya Xiao, Shitong Xiao, Yi Jin, Farhad Taghizadeh-Hesary
Excessive exploitation of non-renewable resources contributes significantly to carbon emissions. To address the challenges of carbon emissions and resource sustainability, this study employs a panel dataset on 101 countries spanning the years 2012–2019 to investigate the role of climate vulnerability playing in global carbon emissions. We find that a significant spatial convergence pattern in global
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Mineral production amidst the economy of uncertainty: Response of metallic and non-metallic minerals to geopolitical turmoil in Saudi Arabia Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-23 Md. Saiful Islam, Md. Monirul Islam, Anis Ur Rehman, Md. Fakhre Alam, Md. Tarique
The significance of Saudi Arabia's involvement in the production of non-metallic and metallic mineral resources, encompassing oil and copper, cannot be overstated. However, this pivotal role is accompanied by inherent uncertainties arising from geopolitical events. This research examines the response of oil and copper production to the economy of uncertainty, represented by decomposed geopolitical
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The linkages among natural resources, sustainable energy technologies and human capital: An evidence from N-11 countries Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-23 Guixin Han, Xuesen Cai
Despite the significant economic progress witnessed by the N-11 countries, their environmental sustainability and carbon neutrality objectives remain unfulfilled. This suggests that neglecting environmental quality can impede these economies' long-term economic development. Therefore, the primary aim of this study is to assess the linkages among natural resources, sustainable energy technologies, and
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Navigating energy diplomacy in times of recovery and conflict: A study of cross-border energy trade dynamics Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-23 Osman Zeki Gökçe, Emre Hatipoglu, Fateh Belaïd
Recent geopolitical crises have underlined the importance of understanding when and how energy interdependence affects international politics. While scholars have extensively debated the link between international politics and international trade in general terms, systematic analyses gauging how energy interdependence shapes interstate relations have recently begun to emerge. To facilitate research
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Connecting ferrous metal extraction, sustainable urban development, and resource management in diverse economies Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-22 Weina Ai, Weiwei Dong, Yajie Liu
This paper examines the impact of ferrous metal extraction on sustainable urban development across a diverse panel of 30 Asian economies, encompassing variations in economic structure, income levels, and developmental statuses. Analyzing data from 2010 to 2021, the study reveals a nuanced relationship: a 1% increase in ferrous metal production correlates with a 0.21% rise in sustainable urban development
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Where's our share: Agenda for gender representation in mining industry Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-22 Sanchita Bansal, Priya Nangia, Shifali Singh, Dariusz Cichoń
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Assessing the impact of fiscal policy and natural resources on environmental degradation in BRICS countries: A resource management perspective Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-22 Du Ya, Abdul Quddus, Minhong Feng, Ehsan Ullah, Waqar Ameer
This study examines the effects of fiscal policy, human capital, natural resources, and energy productivity on the load capacity factor (LCF) in BRICS countries between 1990 and 2018 in order to meet the COP27 goal of promoting environmental sustainability. The dynamic common correlated effects mean group (CCEMG) estimator revealed the long-term effect, showing that fiscal policy, energy production
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Mineral resource Optimization: The Nexus of sustainability, digital transformation, and green finance in OECD economies Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-22 Min Zhong, Muhammad Umar, Nawazish Mirza, Adnan Safi
In the era of rapid technological advancements and rising environmental concerns, the efficient use of mineral resources can significantly enhance sustainable economic growth and address climate change issues. Therefore, this study examines the role of mineral resources, digital transformation, and green finance for sustainable development in OECD countries. Additionally, this study has taken important
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Navigating the path to sustainable resource management: Nexus between financial openness, technological advancements, and mineral resources volatility Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-22 Deliang Pang, Lingxi Liu
This study delves into the intricate relationship between financial openness, technological advancements, and mineral resource volatility on a global scale. Using the CS-ARDL model, we explore these variables' short- and long-term connections. The findings highlight the significant impact of financial openness and technological development on the long-run volatility of mineral resources in diverse
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Role of e-commerce for promoting sustainability in the mining sector Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-21 Yunfeng Shang, Yi Zong
This investigation delves into the influence of various forms of e-commerce—namely, internet shopping, electronic banking, and mobile commerce—on the efficiency of the mining industry. Examining advanced economies such as Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the UK, and the US over the period from 1995 to 2019, the study confirms that a 1% increase in internet shopping volume corresponds to approximately
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Corporate social responsibility in complex systems based on sustainable development Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-21 Mahdi Pouresmaieli, Mohammad Ataei, Ali Nouri Qarahasanlou, Abbas Barabadi
In recent years, sustainable development and the commitment of companies to social responsibility have been emphasized as a new concern for various industries. Considering this issue, for the first time, this study conducted a systematic review of the development of social responsibility from the perspective of industrial sustainable development (SD). To be more precise, this study investigated Corporate
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Study of a triple bottom line perspective to reach a sustainable development model for critical minerals using financial development Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-20 Cheng Liu, Guanying Dai, Hong Tu
This study examines sustainable development in critical minerals extraction within the CEPEA region, focusing on 13 economies. Using the Triple Bottom Line (TBL) framework and CS-ARDL approach, we assess economic, social, and environmental factors. Results indicate a 1% increase in financial development corresponds to a 0.14% and 0.19% short and long-term escalation in CO2 emissions. Similarly, a 1%
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Raw materials for the Portuguese decarbonization roadmap: The case of solar photovoltaics and wind energy Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-20 Bernardo Teixeira, Miguel Centeno Brito, António Mateus
Global attention is being given to renewable energy solutions as they are seen as crucial to secure decarbonization efforts. Solar photovoltaics (PV) and wind energies are considered leading technologies for the energy transition, and Portugal is following suit with the ratification of the national decarbonization plan in 2019, recognizing these technologies as the primary systems to decarbonize the
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Exploring the dynamic interaction between geopolitical risks and lithium prices: A time-varying analysis Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-20 Xiaojing Zhang, Hsu-Ling Chang, Chi-Wei Su, Meng Qin, Muhammad Umar
Within the process of energy transition, lithium has emerged as a critical strategic resource, experiencing an unprecedented price surge. This paper aims to investigate the interplay between the international geopolitical landscape and the lithium market, specifically examining the potential politicisation of lithium. We utilize the bootstrap sub-sample method to evaluate the correlation between geopolitical
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Drivers of Environmental Performance in Asian economies: Do natural resources, green innovation and Fintech really matter? Resources Policy (IF 10.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-20 Yu-Te Tu
The enhanced production and usage of automobile adversely effect environment and nature. Although, economies are putting major efforts to address the issue by incorporating sustainability practices, however, there exists a gap in existing literature on sustainable practices that are more crucial to empower economies in order to improve their environmental performance. Besides, environmentalists’ interest