New development: E-government, transparency, and corruption in environmental sustainability policies—evidence from urbanized and energy-intensive economies
Abstract
IMPACTThis article shows that e-government is strongly associated with improved environmental sustainability, operating through transparency and corruption-control channels, particularly in urbanized and energy-intensive economies. Digital governance strengthens the effectiveness of carbon and energy taxes, while weak transparency amplifies the negative impact of energy subsidies. The findings highlight that successful energy transition policies (defined here as the shift from fossil fuel-intensive, subsidy-driven energy systems toward cleaner, more energy-efficient and price-based energy regimes supported by carbon and energy taxation) require strong e-government systems that reinforce accountability and reduce governance-related inefficiencies.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Corruption and Economic Development
Energy
Environment
Economic Growth
Sustainability and Climate Change Governance
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Public Money & Management
- Publisher
- Informa UK Limited
- Volume
- 46
- Issue
- 5
- Pages
- 665–669
- Publication date
- 18 February 2026
- Language
- EN