GREEN ENTREPRENEURSHIP AMONG STUDENTS

Authors

  • Georgiana MOICEANU National University of Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest
  • Mirona Ana Maria POPESCU National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, Academy of Romanian Scientists, Bucharest, Romania
  • Andreea BARBU National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, Academy of Romanian Scientists, Bucharest, Romania
  • Anca Daniela MOICEANU AIDER Association

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.56177/11icmie2023.48

Keywords:

business, green entrepreneurship, green concept, students, sustainability

Abstract

Students are increasingly launching firms that put sustainability and environmental responsibility first, a trend known as "green entrepreneurship." Students are proactively starting businesses that provide eco-friendly goods or services as they become more aware of the significance of addressing urgent environmental concerns. Students that engage in green entrepreneurship not only support sustainable practices but also develop their innovative, artistic, and leadership abilities. The finding revealed that they are willing to address more sustainable businesses to ensure future for others to come, but there are still data about green entrepreneurship that are unknown or difficult to address. In addition, the results revealed that green entrepreneurship could constitute a measure for helping the economy of a country. Students are bringing about change and defining a better future by fusing their entrepreneurial energy with their passion for environmental problems. In addition to improving their local communities, these young business owners are also encouraging others to adopt sustainable habits and advance a culture that values the environment.

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Published

2023-12-19

How to Cite

MOICEANU, G., POPESCU, M. A. M., BARBU, A. ., & MOICEANU, A. D. . (2023). GREEN ENTREPRENEURSHIP AMONG STUDENTS . International Conference of Management and Industrial Engineering, 11, 100–104. https://doi.org/10.56177/11icmie2023.48

Issue

Vol. 11 (2023): Towards Increased Business Resilience: Facing Digital Opportunities and Challenges

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Entrepreneurship and Innovation

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