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Comparative Analysis of Eco-Innovation Index—A Case Study of Slovakia, Czech Republic, and Poland

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  • Lucia Domaracká

    (Department of Earth Resources Management, Institute of Earth Resources, Faculty BERGTechnical University of Košice, 040 01 Košice, Slovakia)

  • Barbara Kowal

    (Department of Economics and Management in Industry, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Resource Management, AGH University of Krakow, 30-059 Kraków, Poland)

  • Simona Matušková

    (Department of Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Mining and Geology, VSB Technical University of Ostrava, 708 00 Ostrava, Czech Republic)

  • Katarina Čulková

    (Department of Earth Resources Management, Institute of Earth Resources, Faculty BERGTechnical University of Košice, 040 01 Košice, Slovakia)

  • Marcela Taušová

    (Department of Earth Resources Management, Institute of Earth Resources, Faculty BERGTechnical University of Košice, 040 01 Košice, Slovakia)

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This article presents a comparative analysis of eco-innovation across the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Poland. Eco-innovation, defined as the development and application of new products and processes that contribute to environmental sustainability, is essential for addressing global environmental challenges. The study examines several dimensions of eco-innovation, including eco-innovation outputs, eco-innovation activities, resource efficiency, and socio-economic outcomes. Through a detailed assessment of these dimensions, the research highlights the performance and progress of each country in implementing eco-innovations. The findings reveal significant differences in eco-innovation outputs and activities, with implications for resource efficiency and socio-economic benefits. Ultimately, the article ranks the three countries based on their overall eco-innovation performance, providing insights into their respective strengths and areas for improvement. This comparative analysis contributes to a deeper understanding of eco-innovation dynamics in Central Europe and offers policy recommendations to enhance environmental sustainability in the region.

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  • Lucia Domaracká & Barbara Kowal & Simona Matušková & Katarina Čulková & Marcela Taušová, 2025. "Comparative Analysis of Eco-Innovation Index—A Case Study of Slovakia, Czech Republic, and Poland," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 17(13), pages 1-17, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsusta:v:17:y:2025:i:13:p:5797-:d:1685882
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