Technological innovation and its influence on energy risk management: Unpacking China’s energy consumption structure optimisation amidst climate change

Mitigating environmental pollution in China: Unlocking the potential for high-quality innovation

“…General innovation advances technological progress and economic growth, which increases fossil energy consumption and damages the environment. 41 , 42 Therefore, distinguishing HI as a new form of innovation, rather than general innovation to examine its relationship with EP is crucial. This study constructs a new composite HI index, incorporating aspects of innovation, human capital, and government support.…”