The Impact of Economic and Environmental Factors on the Consumption of Renewable Energy: The Case of Kazakhstan
https://doi.org/10.47703/ejebs.v68i4.443
Abstract
The article examines the impact of economic and environmental factors on the consumption of renewable energy sources (RES) in Kazakhstan. The study is based on a quantitative analysis of data, including adjusted net savings (ANS), the share of renewable electricity output (REO), and carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions per capita. The dependent variable in this analysis is the share of renewable energy in the total final energy consumption. The results of the regression analysis revealed the following relationships: an increase in the share of electricity production from renewable energy sources (REO) by 1% leads to an increase in their consumption by 0.119% (p < 0.01), which is associated with reduced production costs and improved accessibility. Adjusted net savings (ANS) also have a positive effect: their growth by 1% increases renewable energy consumption by 0.055% (p < 0.05), confirming the role of economic stability and investment in the development of green energy. At the same time, an increase in CO₂ emissions negatively affects renewable energy consumption, decreasing it by 0.154% for each additional ton of CO₂ per capita (p < 0.01), which is explained by the predominance of traditional hydrocarbon energy sources. The study highlights that the sustainable development of renewable energy sources requires a comprehensive approach, including the stimulation of its production, reduction of carbon emissions, and maintenance of economic stability. The results have practical value for the formation of Kazakhstan's state policy aimed at transition to sustainable energy and reducing environmental pressure.
About the Authors
Akmaral Smatayeva
Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Almaty, Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan
PhD candidate, Email: akmaralka_07@mail.ru
Zhansaya Temirbulatova
Almaty Management University, Almaty, Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan
PhD, Researcher, Email: t.zhansaya.s@mail.ru
Tolkyn Kakizhanova
Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Almaty, Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan
Cand. Sc. (Econ.), Senior Lecturer, Email: tolkynki@mail.ru
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Smatayeva A., Temirbulatova Zh., Kakizhanova T. The Impact of Economic and Environmental Factors on the Consumption of Renewable Energy: The Case of Kazakhstan. Eurasian Journal of Economic and Business Studies. 2024;68(4):61–75. https://doi.org/10.47703/ejebs.v68i4.443
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