Authors : Anjitha B. Nair

Volume/Issue : Volume 10 - 2025, Issue 9 - September

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/25sep1550

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Abstract : This study looks into how green financing initiatives impact the profitable growth of electric two-wheeler startups in developing economies. Green financing is all about providing financial support to encourage environmentally friendly projects, like electric mobility. The research explores into how tools such as low-interest loans, subsidies, and green bonds can help these startups cut costs and expand their operations. It specifically focuses on electric two-wheeler startups in emerging markets, examining their growth paths when they have access to green finance. Through case studies and data analysis, the study investigates how green finance fosters technological innovation and infrastructure development. It also considers how green financing attracts investors and boosts consumer adoption. The findings reveal a positive link between the availability of green finance and the commercial success of these startups. The study emphasizes how financial ecosystems can be fine-tuned to support green automotive ventures in resource-constrained settings. Additionally, it discusses policy implications to strengthen green financing frameworks. The results suggest that green financing not only encourages environmental sustainability but also boosts economic growth in the electric vehicle sector. This research offers valuable insights for policymakers, investors, and entrepreneurs who are keen on promoting sustainable development through green commerce. In the end, the study supports the idea that integrating finance with sustainability can speed up the shift to clean transportation.

Keywords : Green Financing, Electric Two-Wheeler Startups, Developing Economies, Emerging Markets, Low-Interest Loans, Subsidies, Green Bonds, Cost Reduction, Profitable Growth, Technological Innovation, Infrastructure Development, Investor Attraction, Consumer Adoption, Financial Ecosystem, Policy Implications, Environmental Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Clean Transportation, Green Commerce.

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