Emission Reduction and Socio-Economic Indicators as Driving Factors of West Sulawesi Economic Growth

This study investigates the impact of implementing a green economy on the economic growth of West Sulawesi.A green economic system offers a pathway to achieving sustainable development goals by balancing economic, social, and environmental resilience in regional development strategies.By integrating sustainability principles, green economy policies aim to enhance growth while addressing environmental challenges.The research employs a mixedmethods approach, combining descriptive and inferential analysis.Data from 2012-2022 were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling-Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS).The findings demonstrate a significant positive relationship between green economic indicators and economic growth (p = 0.000), with an influence value of 0.88.This indicates that the adoption of green economic policies contributes substantially to economic development in West Sulawesi, reflecting the potential of such initiatives to drive sustainable progress.The study highlights the necessity of implementing well-designed green economy policies tailored to local challenges and opportunities.These policies should promote economic growth while safeguarding environmental conditions, ensuring alignment with the principles of sustainable development.Policymakers are encouraged to leverage these findings to enhance the region's economic growth through a green economy framework that fosters long-term resilience and sustainability.