The symbiotic effects of energy consumption, globalization, and combustible renewables and waste on ecological footprint in the United Kingdom

Abstract

This study aims to investigate the effects of energy consumption, globalization, and combustible renewable waste consumption on the ecological footprint in the United Kingdom. The study utilizes data from 1970 to 2015 using econometrics techniques, including the Fourier autoregressive Distributive Lag (Fourier ADL) co‐integration test, autoregressive distributive lag (ARDL), and co‐integrating regression. The results of the Fourier ADL and ARDL bounds tests indicate a long‐term relationship among the variables examined. The outcomes of the ARDL model and co‐integrating regression tests demonstrate that globalization, energy consumption, and economic growth contribute positively to the ecological footprint. However, there is a negative impact of combustible renewable waste on the ecological footprint. Furthermore, the gradual shift causality test identifies a one‐way causal relationship between the ecological footprint and the investigated variables. The study acclaims that the British government should prioritize implementing policies to transition to sustainable and renewable energy sources.

Examining the Effects of Energy Efficiency R&D and Renewable Energy on Environmental Sustainability Amidst Political Risk in France

“…In the pursuit of achieving environmental sustainability, countries around the world are increasingly turning their attention to the dual objectives of advancing energy effi ciency research and development (R&D) and promoting the integration of renewable energy sources into their energy portfolios (Alola et al, 2023;Wang et al, 2023;Eweade et al, 2024). This paradigm shift is particularly evident in the context of France, a country that has historically been at the forefront of global environmental initiatives.…”