Environmental degradation, climate change, and resource scarcity have emerged as critical global challenges, posing significant threats to economic stability, public welfare, and sustainable development. These complex issues require not only technological innovation and policy reform but also a deep understanding of the economic mechanisms that drive environmental outcomes.

In response, this Collection focuses on how economies can effectively address these threats through data-driven research, advanced modeling, and strategic policy design. The issue brings together studies that apply econometric and statistical methods—such as time series analysis, panel regression, spatial econometrics, and simulation-based models like Integrated Assessment Models (IAMs) and Computable General Equilibrium (CGE) models—to assess environmental policies and measure their economic impacts. These analytical tools are used to quantify trade-offs, predict long-term outcomes, and guide decision-making under uncertainty. By bridging economics, environmental science, and public policy, this collection deepens the empirical and theoretical understanding needed to design effective responses. It strengthens the foundation for achieving environmental sustainability alongside economic resilience.

Achieving sustainable development, as envisioned in the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda, requires transformative solutions to reconcile economic growth with environmental and social imperatives. Circular economy practices, green innovations, and corporate responsibility stand out as critical drivers in this effort—reducing resource depletion, fostering innovation, and embedding accountability into global systems. Yet, their combined potential to accelerate progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) remains underexplored. This Collection aims to unravel these synergies, offering actionable insights for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners committed to a sustainable future.

Keywords: Sustainable Development, Circular Economy Practices, Green Innovation, Corporate Responsibility, Challenges and Opportunities in Sustainable Development.

This Collection supports and amplifies research related to SDG 7, SDG 12, SDG 13 and SDG 17.