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Integrating Digital Technologies to Enhance ESG Performance: A Focus on Central and Eastern European Countries

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  • Eduard Madalin Dinu

    (Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Romania)

  • Cecilia Nicoleta Jurcut

    (West University of Timisoara, Romania)

  • Delia Anca Gabriela Gligor

    (West University of Timisoara, Romania)

  • Irina Daniela Cismasu

    (Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Romania)

  • Alexandru Buglea

    (West University of Timisoara, Romania)

Abstract

Grasping the complex interplay between digital innovation and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices is vital for policymakers and businesses seeking to promote sustainable economic growth while complying with global sustainability standards. In this context, our paper analysed the impact of integrating digital technologies quantified through a component of the Digital Economy and Society Index on the ESG performance of Central and Eastern European (CEE) countries over the last 11 years. The aim of the research was to emphasise how the demands for sustainability reporting have influenced non-financial performance, generating national and organisational changes in CEE countries. Drawing on empirical studies and using panel data modelling techniques, we demonstrated that technological advancements foster operational efficiencies, green innovation, ultimately contributing to enhanced carbon emission efficiency and energy performance. In light of ongoing challenges related to varying regulatory frameworks and capacities, our findings underscored the imperative for cohesive strategies that leverage digital tools to meet sustainability goals. This research enriched the theoretical comprehension of the link between digitalisation and ESG performance while offering practical insights to strengthen the sustainability of CEE countries.

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  • Eduard Madalin Dinu & Cecilia Nicoleta Jurcut & Delia Anca Gabriela Gligor & Irina Daniela Cismasu & Alexandru Buglea, 2025. "Integrating Digital Technologies to Enhance ESG Performance: A Focus on Central and Eastern European Countries," The AMFITEATRU ECONOMIC journal, Academy of Economic Studies - Bucharest, Romania, vol. 27(70), pages 903-903, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:aes:amfeco:v:27:y:2025:i:70:p:903
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    • C33 - Mathematical and Quantitative Methods - - Multiple or Simultaneous Equation Models; Multiple Variables - - - Models with Panel Data; Spatio-temporal Models
    • O33 - Economic Development, Innovation, Technological Change, and Growth - - Innovation; Research and Development; Technological Change; Intellectual Property Rights - - - Technological Change: Choices and Consequences; Diffusion Processes
    • Q01 - Agricultural and Natural Resource Economics; Environmental and Ecological Economics - - General - - - Sustainable Development
    • Q56 - Agricultural and Natural Resource Economics; Environmental and Ecological Economics - - Environmental Economics - - - Environment and Development; Environment and Trade; Sustainability; Environmental Accounts and Accounting; Environmental Equity; Population Growth

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