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Economic Performance of Eco-innovation Practices in Micro, Small and Medium-Sized Manufacturing Enterprises

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  • Ma. Monica G.C. Castillo-Esparza

    (Centro de Ciencias Economicas y Administrativas, Universidad Autonoma de Aguascalientes (UAA))

  • Gonzalo Maldonado-Guzman

    (Centro de Ciencias Economicas y Administrativas, Universidad Autonoma de Aguascalientes (UAA))

  • Juan Mejia-Trejo

    (Centro Universitario de Ciencias Economico Administrativas (CUCEA), Universidad de Guadalajara (UdeG))

  • Maria del Carmen Martinez-Serna

    (Centro de Ciencias Economicas y Administrativas, Universidad Autonoma de Aguascalientes (UAA))

Abstract

This article evaluates the economic performance of eco-innovation practices implemented by MSMEs in the manufacturing sector. By analyzing sustainable production strategies and green business models, the study identifies key factors contributing to competitiveness and environmental performance. The results support the role of eco-innovation in achieving long-term sustainability and business efficiency in emerging economies.

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  • Ma. Monica G.C. Castillo-Esparza & Gonzalo Maldonado-Guzman & Juan Mejia-Trejo & Maria del Carmen Martinez-Serna, 2024. "Economic Performance of Eco-innovation Practices in Micro, Small and Medium-Sized Manufacturing Enterprises," Scientia et PRAXIS, AMIDI Editorial, vol. 4(8), pages 1-27, July-Dece.
    • Handle: RePEc:abs:journl:v:4:y:2024:i:8:p:1-27
    DOI: 10.55965/setp.4.08.a1
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    Keywords

    eco-innovations practices; sustainable production; green business strategy; MSMEs;
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    JEL classification:

    • Q01 - Agricultural and Natural Resource Economics; Environmental and Ecological Economics - - General - - - Sustainable Development
    • L25 - Industrial Organization - - Firm Objectives, Organization, and Behavior - - - Firm Performance
    • M21 - Business Administration and Business Economics; Marketing; Accounting; Personnel Economics - - Business Economics - - - Business Economics

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