... factor analysis and multiple regression analysis to examine the mediating and moderating role of the government. Findings The empirical outcome was compared with the current government policies to summarize the research findings. Research limitations/implications There is scope of future research...

... development to be achieved. Originality/value – This paper describes one of the few empirical studies conducted in India. © Emerald Group Publishing Limited 2012 India Sustainable development Government policy Modelling Clean development mechanism The climate change issue is part...