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Green growth beliefs: Investigating factors associated with expert opinions on green growth

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  • Manuel Suter
  • Noel Strahm
  • Till Bundeli
  • Kaja Kaessner
  • Viktoria Cologna
  • Naomi Oreskes
  • Sebastian Berger

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Green growth attempts to achieve sustainable development under continued economic growth and is currently one of the leading policy responses to mitigate climate change and prevent environmental collapse. We surveyed 3,028 academics in 101 countries on its feasibility and found strong divergence in endorsement, with 59% endorsing green growth. We identify various factors associated with beliefs about the feasibility of green growth, extending beyond prior survey studies on academic expert opinions regarding green growth. The strongest factor associated with green growth endorsement is the belief that ongoing economic growth is crucial for human well-being. The findings highlight the continued importance for a solid empirical assessment of expert views on green growth.

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  • Manuel Suter & Noel Strahm & Till Bundeli & Kaja Kaessner & Viktoria Cologna & Naomi Oreskes & Sebastian Berger, 2025. "Green growth beliefs: Investigating factors associated with expert opinions on green growth," PLOS Climate, Public Library of Science, vol. 4(4), pages 1-13, April.
    • Handle: RePEc:plo:pclm00:0000597
    DOI: 10.1371/journal.pclm.0000597
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