Διερεύνηση της σχέσης περιβαλλοντικής ποιότητας και δημοκρατικού καθεστώτος

Abstract

The research question of this essay is whether there is a correlation within environmental quality and democracy. In order for an answer to be provided, a non parametric analysis including Spearman Rho test has been used, having as variables the environmental performance index along with the index of democracy of each nation in an international level, concerning the years of 2006, 2008, 2010, 2012 and 2014. Furthermore, geographical and cultural factors as well as the human development index have been used as control variables. The results of the statistical analysis indicate a positive correlation within environmental performance and democracy, though the range of the strength of the correlation varies. Finally, a special reference is made to Greece and it is suggested that the outcomes of the survey be taken into account when formulating the environmental public policy.