The role of human capital in driving renewable energy and sustainable development in India

P.P. Nisamudheen and K. Hassan Shareef

Utilities Policy, 2025, vol. 95, issue C

Abstract: This study explores the relationship between human capital and energy conservation in India from 1980 to 2022 using the ARDL model to assess short- and long-term effects. The findings, validated through DOLS, indicate that higher human capital reduces total energy consumption while increasing renewable energy use. Unlike prior research linking human capital to productivity and overall energy demand, this study highlights its role in driving renewable energy adoption. The results emphasise the significance of strengthening human capital to support energy conservation and sustainability, aiding India's transition toward a cleaner energy mix and reinforcing the need for investment in education.

Keywords: Human capital; Energy consumption; Renewable energy (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jup.2025.101969

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