Section Article

Testing the Environmental Kuznets Curve: Investigating the correlation between economic growth and pollution in a diverse set of countries.
Author(s): Dr. Laxmi Verma

Abstract
The Environmental Kuznets Curve (EKC) theory proposes a curvilinear link between economic growth and environmental degradation indicating that pollution first rises with economic development but ultimately declines as wealth continues to climb. This research investigates the Environmental Kuznets Curve (EKC) theory by examining a wide range of nations with different income levels and degrees of development. We use a detailed dataset that includes both developed and developing countries to examine the strength of the Environmental Kuznets Curve (EKC) connection across various environmental variables and economic situations. We apply modern statistical methods to ensure the reliability of our findings. The results of our study demonstrate intricate patterns: while the Environmental Kuznets Curve (EKC) connection is present in some areas it exhibits substantial variation depending on the specific kind of pollution and the amount of economic advancement. In addition we analyse the impact of governance technical progress and international commerce on the dynamics of the Environmental Kuznets Curve (EKC). This study enhances our comprehension of the intricate relationship between economic growth and environmental effects and provides valuable policy recommendations for formulating sustainable development plans.