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Revealing the nexus between nuclear energy and ecological footprint in STIRPAT model of advanced economies: Fresh evidence from novel CS-ARDL model

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Application of a novel structure-adaptative grey model with adjustable time power item for nuclear energy consumption forecasting

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Comprehensive Review on Zeolite-Based Nanocomposites for Treatment of Effluents from Wastewater

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Does nuclear energy reduce consumption-based carbon emissions: The role of environmental taxes and trade globalization in highest carbon emitting countries

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From Efficiency Gains to Rebound Effects: The Problem of Jevons' Paradox in AI's Polarized Environmental Debate

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