Statistical evaluation of the impact of expenditures in the environmental protection sector on the volumes of pollutant emissions in Ukraine

Abstract

Most emissions of pollutants into the atmosphere result from human activities, including industrial production, energy generation, agriculture, transportation, etc. This disrupts the natural balance, causing global warming, climate change, deterioration of air quality, and other negative consequences that affect living organisms and ecosystems on Earth. Therefore, it is necessary to reduce greenhouse gas emissions into the atmosphere and mitigate their negative impact on the environment and human health. Many countries are implementing environmental measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions into the atmosphere, such as the use of renewable energy, improvement of energy efficiency, and development of low-carbon technologies, as well as installing filters and treatment facilities in industrial enterprises, using catalysts and other devices to reduce emissions from vehicles, etc. Environmental protection and the reduction of emissions of pollutants into the atmosphere is a pressing issue that requires significant financial resources and a long-term strategy. Expenditures on environmental protection, including current expenses and capital investments, play an essential role in preserving the environment and ensuring sustainable economic development. Their impact on reducing pollutant emissions can be evaluated using statistical analysis tools. Data from the State Statistics Service of Ukraine for the period 2006-2020 were used. Linear correlation coefficients were calculated to assess the relationship between current expenses and capital investments in the environmental protection sector and the volumes of pollutant emissions. The research results can help make effective decisions in the field of environmental protection and planning for the future. Keywords: analysis, pollutant emissions, current expenditures, capital investments, correlation coefficient, environmental protection sector.