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The impact of ESGs factors on financial performance in the European Energy Sector
Event Title
8th APEEN Conference: Energy Flexibility for a Just Transition
Year (definitive publication)
2025
Language
English
Country
Portugal
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Abstract
The European energy sector is crucial in promoting
sustainable economic growth but faces increased pressure to
adhere to environmental, social, and governance (ESG)
standards. ESG adoption is no longer a matter of compliance only
but a way of significantly influencing companies' financial
performance and strategic positioning. Indeed, integrating ESG
factors significantly impacts public perception and is increasingly
recognized as a key determinant of financial performance.
Therefore, this study investigates how ESG factors, individually
and collectively, influence the financial performance of European
energy companies and which specific ESG practices contribute
most to financial resilience and profitability. Furthermore, it
studies how varying regulatory frameworks and market
conditions shape the relationship between ESG adoption and
financial performance in compliance with Sustainable
Development Goals (SDGs). The study concludes that adopting
robust ESG practices enhances the financial resilience of
European energy companies, demonstrating that sustainability
efforts may not be aligned with profitability. Also, governance
measures were revealed to have the most substantial effect on
financial performance and leverage.
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Keywords
ESG factors,financial performance,energy sector,Europe
Fields of Science and Technology Classification
- Economics and Business - Social Sciences
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