Governance–Technology Synergies and Environmental Sustainability: A Moderated Analysis of Thailand’s Ecological Footprint

Key Points

• This research aims to evaluate the interaction between governance and technology in influencing environmental sustainability in Thailand.
• Utilized a multi-method cointegration framework to analyze ecological footprint dynamics.
• Examined the impact of green technological innovation on environmental improvement.
• Assessed the role of renewable energy adoption in reducing environmental pressure.
• Investigated how institutional quality affects the relationship between green innovation and sustainability.
• Green technological innovation significantly contributes to improved environmental outcomes.
• Renewable energy adoption leads to consistent reductions in ecological footprints.
• Institutional quality enhances the benefits of green innovation, leading to better sustainability results.
• Governance–technology synergies play a crucial role in achieving long-term sustainability goals.