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In order to accomplish Sustainable Growth Goal 9, this research analyzes in detail how green technological innovation, low-carbon architectural improvement, and more significant financial growth all work together to reach the goal. This research meticulously integrates secondary data from reputable sources to examine the relationship between economic growth, technological innovation in the built environment, and environmental sustainability from 1994 to 2019. For economic insights, the World Bank’s World Development Indicators is a go-to resource, while Yale University’s Environmental Performance Index (EPI) is a go-to for environmental metrics. Our research is based on this synthesis of multi-dimensional data, which enables an in-depth investigation of the interplay between financial development, sustainable architecture, and technical progress toward SDG-9. This research employs quantitative and qualitative methodologies to shed light on the intricate interaction between these elements, making it useful for policymakers, scholars, and stakeholders dedicated to directing sustainable development paths.
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Education and Teaching Reform Research Project of Chongqing Technology and Business University in 2022 (Project No.: 2022136). Research on the Protection and Utilization Strategy of Guangxi Vernacular Landscape under the background of Rural Revitalization (Project No.: 2022KY0454).
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Liang, X., Liu, M. & Huang, Y. Studying financial development with low-carbon architecture development and green technological innovation: sustaining SDG-9. Environ Sci Pollut Res 31, 2009–2025 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11356-023-31155-7
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