Towards a circular economy in SMEs in Poland - practices, barriers and support

• Autorzy: Janik Agnieszka , Ryszko Adam

Identyfikatory

DOI

10.29119/1641-3466.2024.203.6

• Języki publikacji: EN

Abstrakty

EN

Purpose: The primary aim of this paper is to identify the specificity and level of implementation of circular economy (CE) practices in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Poland. Design/methodology/approach: To address the research questions, a comparative analysis was conducted using statistical data from the Flash Eurobarometer surveys titled 'SMEs, Green Markets, and Resource Efficiency'. These surveys capture the opinions of SMEs on practices for enhancing resource efficiency and transitioning to CE. Findings: The research results indicate that the level of implementation of CE practices by SMEs in Poland is low. This conclusion is supported by the number of CE practices reported by SMEs and the level of CE investment funds incurred in previous years. The most frequently implemented CE practices aim at achieving energy savings, material savings, and waste reduction. The major barrier for SMEs in Poland implementing CE practices is the complexity of administrative and legal procedures. It was also revealed that increased access to external funding sources, as well as advice on financing options and financial planning for CE transition investments, could significantly enhance the interest of SMEs in Poland in adopting CE practices. Originality/value: This paper contributes to the existing literature by presenting the results of an analysis on the implementation level and economic effects of CE practices, barriers to adoption, and resources intended to support CE implementation in SMEs in Poland. The findings are directed towards policymakers, authorities, managers, and practitioners involved in the implementation of CE practices.

Słowa kluczowe

EN

circular economy; small and medium-sized enterprises; practices; barriers; support; resources

PL

gospodarka o obiegu zamkniętym; małe i średnie przedsiębiorstwa; praktyki; bariery; wsparcie; zasoby

• Wydawca: Wydawnictwo Politechniki Śląskiej
• Czasopismo: Zeszyty Naukowe. Organizacja i Zarządzanie / Politechnika Śląska
• Rocznik: 2024
• Tom: z. 203
• Strony: 85--114
• Opis fizyczny: Bibliogr. 42 poz.

Twórcy

autor

Janik Agnieszka

• Silesian University of Technology, Faculty of Organization and Management, Department of Production Engineering

• https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2622-0672

autor

Ryszko Adam

• Silesian University of Technology, Faculty of Organization and Management, Department of Production Engineering

• https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1604-3622

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