What do economists think about the green transition? Exploring the impact of environmental consciousness

Simona Malovaná et al.

Environment and Development Economics2026https://doi.org/10.1017/s1355770x26100515article
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We surveyed economics and finance professionals on the transition to a low-carbon economy, assessing risks, opportunities and stakeholder responsibilities. Findings reveal that respondents view the transition as an opportunity for the financial sector, with a modest increase in banking risks. Most respondents agreed that governments hold the primary responsibility for climate mitigation policies, with carbon tax as the favoured solution. Additionally, respondents perceived the COVID-19 pandemic to have a neutral or positive impact on the transition, while the Ukraine war to have a strong negative impact. Notably, opinions differ based on environmental consciousness and professional roles, with environmentally conscious individuals expressing more optimism.

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@article{simona2026,
  title        = {{What do economists think about the green transition? Exploring the impact of environmental consciousness}},
  author       = {Simona Malovaná et al.},
  journal      = {Environment and Development Economics},
  year         = {2026},
  doi          = {https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1017/s1355770x26100515},
}

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