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Electric mobility and the green transition: A spatial econometric perspective on global decarbonization
Miaomiao Tao1, Mingzhi Zhang1, Jianxu Liu1
1School of Economics, Shandong University of Finance and Economics, China.
Journal of Environmental Management
|June 10, 2026
Summary
Electric vehicle (EV) adoption drives green transitions domestically and internationally, influenced by structural, technological, and wealth factors. Effective governance is crucial for maximizing EV benefits, especially at higher capacity levels.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Economics
- Policy Studies
Background:
- Decarbonizing transportation is key to global green transitions.
- Spatial and institutional aspects of electric vehicle (EV) diffusion require further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the impact of EV uptake on green transition outcomes.
- To explore the spatial and cross-border effects of EV diffusion.
- To investigate the mediating mechanisms and the role of governance quality.
Main Methods:
- Utilized a balanced panel of 26 countries from 2011-2022.
- Employed a spatial Durbin model to assess direct and cross-border effects.
- Conducted mechanism analysis and non-linear moderating analysis of governance quality.
Main Results:
- EV uptake significantly promotes domestic green transition and generates positive externalities.
- Effects are mediated by structural transformation, green technological improvement, and wealth-related demand.
- Spillover effects are less pronounced than local impacts.
- Governance quality moderates the EV-green transition relationship non-linearly.
Conclusions:
- EV adoption is a significant driver of green transitions, with both local and international benefits.
- Policy alignment with institutional capabilities, particularly governance, is essential for optimizing EV impacts.
- Understanding the interplay between EV diffusion and governance is critical for effective climate policy.
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