IMPACT OF POPULATION GROWTH AND INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTION ON THE ECOLOGICAL CRISIS: A PANEL DATA ANALYSIS OF BRICS-T COUNTRIES

Authors : Tuğba Konuk, Zülküf Aydemir, Emre Babur

Pages : 157-167

Doi:10.32328/turkjforsci.1657787

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Publication Date : 2025-04-30

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :This study, the impact of population growth and industrial production on the ecological crisis is examined by utilizing data from BRICS-T countries (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, and Türkiye) covering the period between 2000-2020. The dataset includes carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions, population, and greenhouse gas emissions originating from industrial production. The data employed in the analysis were obtained from the World Bank database were utilized, and econometric modeling was conducted by logarithmically transforming both dependent and independent variables. The findings indicate that a 1% increase in population growth leads to a 0.4454% rise in CO₂ emissions, while a 1% increase in greenhouse gas emissions from industrial production results in a 0.2468% increase in CO₂ emissions. These results highlight the significant role of population expansion and industrial activities in environmental sustainability. The study contributes to the academic literature and provides insights for future research. Additionally, the findings are expected to inform policymakers in designing effective environmental policies and sustainable development strategies for BRICS-T countries.
Keywords : Sera Gazı Emisyonu, Sürdürülebilirlik, Kuznets Eğrisi, Ekonomik Büyüme, Ekolojik denge