Eco - Innovation in European SMEs: between Limitation and Possibilities.
In: EIRP Proceedings; 2015, Vol. 10 Issue 1, p512-518, 7p; Jg. 10 (2015-02-01) 1, S. 512-518
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During the recent decades many SMEs have started to use the term eco-innovation to describe the contributions of business to sustainable development while improving competitiveness. According to literature review, eco-innovation can be generally defined as innovation that results in a reduction of environmental impact, no matter whether or not that effect is intended. This paper examines whether using eco -innovation is an opportunity for increasing the competitiveness of SMEs at a European level. An empirical study is carried out using data from 112 European SMEs between May 2014 and December 2014 in the following areas: agriculture, manufacturing, environmental industries and construction. The results of this study show that the eco-innovative barriers and engagement in green innovative activities are strongly related to the SME's adoption performance. Moreover, this paper also provides that eco-innovation is therefore a powerful instrument, combining reduced negative impact on the environment with a positive impact on the economy and society. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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Eco - Innovation in European SMEs: between Limitation and Possibilities.
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Autor/in / Beteiligte Person: | Oncioiu, Ionica |
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Quelle: | EIRP Proceedings; 2015, Vol. 10 Issue 1, p512-518, 7p; Jg. 10 (2015-02-01) 1, S. 512-518 |
Veröffentlichung: | 2015 |
Medientyp: | Konferenz |
ISSN: | 2067-9211 (print) |
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