Faculty

Social Science

Supervisor Name

Godwin Arku, Jesse Sutton

Keywords

green industrial policies, Ontario, Geographic Political Economy, Evolutionary Economic Geography

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This paper explores the evolving landscape of the green economy in Canada, with a spotlight on Ontario's unique challenges and opportunities. By integrating concepts from Geographic Political Economy (GPE) and Evolutionary Economic Geography (EEG), we unravel how institutions influence the behaviors and decisions of economic actors within this dynamic context. After detailing our innovative methodological approach, we present compelling results that reveal critical insights into the interplay between policy and practice. A thoughtful discussion follows, emphasizing the broader implications of our findings for sustainable development. Ultimately, we conclude with actionable recommendations aimed at shaping effective policies that promote a resilient and thriving green economy.

Acknowledgements

Thank you to Godwin Arku, Jesse Sutton, and the Western USRI program for the support and guidance throughout this process.

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Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial 4.0 License
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ONTARIO’S SHIFT TOWARDS THE GREEN ECONOMY: THE INSTITUTIONAL PERSPECTIVE

This paper explores the evolving landscape of the green economy in Canada, with a spotlight on Ontario's unique challenges and opportunities. By integrating concepts from Geographic Political Economy (GPE) and Evolutionary Economic Geography (EEG), we unravel how institutions influence the behaviors and decisions of economic actors within this dynamic context. After detailing our innovative methodological approach, we present compelling results that reveal critical insights into the interplay between policy and practice. A thoughtful discussion follows, emphasizing the broader implications of our findings for sustainable development. Ultimately, we conclude with actionable recommendations aimed at shaping effective policies that promote a resilient and thriving green economy.

 

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