Dual green innovation capability, environmental regulation intensity, and high-quality economic development in China: Can green and growth go together?

This study explores the interplay between dual green innovation, environmental regulation, and high-quality economic development in China, examining whether these elements can coexist harmoniously. It investigates the dual role of exploitative and exploratory green innovations in fostering sustainable economic growth and how environmental regulations might influence this relationship. Through empirical analysis, the paper assesses the impact of green innovation on high-quality development and the moderating effects of environmental regulations, offering insights into region-specific outcomes and policy implications for sustainable economic strategies.