Regulatory Mediation as a Policy Lever in Renewable Energy Deployment: Evidence from the Jordanian Solar Sector

This study investigates the mediating role of regulatory obstacles in the relationship between four key implementation challenges-social, technical, financial, and market barriers-and the adoption of solar energy in Jordan.The research examines data from 195 specialists in the solar energy field employing structural equation modeling (SEM) with bootstrapping to explore both direct and indirect effects.The findings indicate that regulatory obstacles substantially affect the manner in which all four categories of barriers effect deployment, particularly regarding the correlation between market barriers and implementation results.These findings underscore the intricate role of institutions in energy transitions and emphasize the necessity for flexible regulatory frameworks that correspond with technological, financial, and social elements.The study offers theoretical insights and policy suggestions for regulators in emerging energy markets.