Does Climate Finance Matter? The Relationship between Climate Finance and Carbon Dioxide Emissions in Developing Countries

Kelvin Lee Yong Ming (), Nik Herda Nik Abdullah (), Amira Mas Ayu Amir Mustafa (), Siti Nurul Munawwarah Roslan () and Ammar Asbi ()
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Kelvin Lee Yong Ming: School of Accounting and Finance, Faculty of Business and Law, Taylor's University, Subang Jaya, Malaysia; & Faculty of Business and Communications, INTI International University, Putra Nilai, Malaysia
Nik Herda Nik Abdullah: School of Accounting and Finance, Faculty of Business and Law, Taylor's University, Subang Jaya, Malaysia; & Faculty of Business and Communications, INTI International University, Putra Nilai, Malaysia
Amira Mas Ayu Amir Mustafa: School of Accounting and Finance, Faculty of Business and Law, Taylor's University, Subang Jaya, Malaysia; & Faculty of Business and Communications, INTI International University, Putra Nilai, Malaysia
Siti Nurul Munawwarah Roslan: School of Accounting and Finance, Faculty of Business and Law, Taylor's University, Subang Jaya, Malaysia; & Faculty of Business and Communications, INTI International University, Putra Nilai, Malaysia
Ammar Asbi: School of Accounting and Finance, Faculty of Business and Law, Taylor's University, Subang Jaya, Malaysia; & Faculty of Business and Communications, INTI International University, Putra Nilai, Malaysia

International Journal of Energy Economics and Policy, 2025, vol. 15, issue 4, 683-691

Abstract: This study examines the relationship between climate finance and carbon dioxide (CO?) emissions in developing countries from 2015 to 2021. Using a sample of 74 countries, this study applies the two-step Generalized Method of Moments (GMM) estimation to examine the impact of climate finance on carbon dioxide emissions. The results indicate that climate finance for mitigation purposes is positively associated with CO? emissions. However, a higher income level is linked to lower emissions, likely due to stricter environmental policies and increased investment in renewable energy. Additionally, population growth contributes to higher emissions, while larger forest areas help reduce CO? levels by acting as carbon sinks. These findings highlight the importance of directing climate finance toward truly sustainable projects and ensuring effective policy implementation. The study underscores the need for well-targeted financial strategies that prioritize clean energy, energy efficiency, and low-carbon technologies. It also recommends further research on policy frameworks and institutional capacities to optimize the effectiveness of climate finance in reducing emissions.

Keywords: Climate Finance; Carbon Dioxide Emission; Developing Countries (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.32479/ijeep.19799

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