Effect of Ecological Practices Adoption on Environmental Performance of Selected SMEs in Karnataka

Abstract

Environmental challenges and problems in the new sector have been growing increasingly. This has contributed to the development of small and medium-sized businesses focused on environmental issues and green technologies. However, in addition to focusing on producing more green products, firms should also focus on how to manage them. The implementation of Ecological Activities is an effective method for an organisation to manage its environmental concerns and enhance its environmental efficiency. This study examines the impact of the ecological practises of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Karnataka. It also identifies effective ecological practises adopted by selected small and medium-sized enterprises. Quantitative data were obtained through a survey of 118 small and medium-sized manufacturing enterprises located in the entire Mysore and Bengaluru area. Review of the results has shown that there is an optimistic rate of sustainable environmental practise among small and medium-sized businesses, with enhancement of green purchasing as a top priority, followed by waste reduction and recycling. The outcome has also demonstrated that energy efficiency is not greatly influenced by environmental practises. Based on the outcome, the conclusions of this research provide new pathways for the future research. It can be inferred that the introduction of sustainable practises is a method for small and medium-sized businesses to control and solve environmental problems and enhance environmental performance. Limitations and suggestions for future study are also discussed.