Relația dintre taxele pe poluare, cheltuielile pentru cercetare și dezvoltare și mediu. Impactul asupra calității vieții în România
The relationship between pollution taxes, research and development expenditures, and the environment. The impact on the quality of life in Romania

Summary/Abstract: This paper examines the impact of pollution taxes, research and development expenditures,and air quality on the quality of life within the context of the Romanian economy. By analyzing the interactions between these elements using econometric models of multiple and simple linear regression, it explores how environmental quality can influence the well-being and prosperity of society. The motivation behind this research lies in highlighting the importance of environmental taxes and research and development expenditures in protecting the environment. Additionally, the motivation of this article includes emphasizing the crucial role that a healthy environment plays in the quality of life in Romania. The results indicate that taxes and the level of research and development expenditures can substantially influence air quality, and this quality is a determining factor in people's perceptions of their health. Therefore, it is essential for government policies to coherently address these interconnected aspects and promote initiatives that encourage sustainable economic development with a focus on factors influencing individual well-being. In light of these findings, the importance of implementing integrated policy programs that facilitate the transition to a sustainable economy and ensure the improvement of quality of life for all citizens is emphasized. These programs should aim at optimizing both pollution taxes and research and development expenditures.

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