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Relatio sine qua non. Exploring interconnectedness in sustainable development

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  • Valeria Costantini
  • Elena Paglialunga
  • Angela Zanoni

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This study sheds light on the interplay among environmental sustainability, technological innovation, and regional economic development within the European Union NUTS2 regions. By analysing data on various socioeconomic and environmental variables, we uncover different stages of transition coexisting within the European Union and within the same country, emphasizing the significance of green transition strategies that account for regional cohesion. Our findings underscore the need for policies that foster just and inclusive development, considering the multidimensional challenges of sustainability.

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  • Valeria Costantini & Elena Paglialunga & Angela Zanoni, 2025. "Relatio sine qua non. Exploring interconnectedness in sustainable development," Economics and Business Letters, Oviedo University Press, vol. 14(1), pages 11-23.
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