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Volume 7, Special Issue 5 (2026)

Published: September 30, 2026

Pages: 122-132

Research Article

The Role of Environmental Accounting in Enhancing Renewable Energy Sustainability: An Applied Study in the Industrial Sector

Mazen N. Abdulrazzaq 1 Shereen A. Sheikhani 1 Riyadh M. Al-Husseini 2
1Kirkuk Polytechnic College, Northern Technical University, Kirkuk, Iraq
2Al-Mustaqbal University, Hillah, Iraq
History
  • Received: July 26, 2026
  • Accepted: August 28, 2026
  • Available Online: September 30, 2026
DOI

https://doi.org/10.56967/ejfb2026955

Abstract

The research, entitled "The Role of Environmental Accounting in Enhancing Renewable Energy Sustainability: An Applied Study in the Industrial Sector," examines the contribution of environmental accounting to the advancement of renewable energy sustainability in industrial contexts. It underscores the necessity of using environmental accounting techniques to mitigate the ecological consequences of industrial activities and harmonies them with renewable energy implementation and sustainability. The research examines the function of environmental accounting in monitoring and documenting the ecological expenses linked to industrial operations. It analyzes how these techniques assist enterprises in minimizing their environmental impact, enhancing energy efficiency, and facilitating the shift to renewable energy sources. The research underscores the essential function of environmental accounting in fulfilling global sustainability objectives, especially regarding energy efficiency and carbon emission reduction. The study's principal components comprise: • A detailed framework for executing environmental accounting specifically designed for industrial activities. • The assessment of cost-effectiveness and ecological advantages of shifting to renewable energy. • Case studies or examples demonstrate effective implementations of environmental accounting within the industrial sector. • Suggestions for policymakers and decision-makers to promote the widespread implementation of these practices in the industrial sector. The research finds that environmental accounting is vital for attaining renewable energy sustainability, since it offers mechanisms to assess, control, and alleviate environmental effects. It advocates for enhanced rules, corporate accountability, and innovation to promote a sustainable industrial future.

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