Analyzing the Competencies of Bio-Entrepreneurs in Canada's Manufacturing Sector: Assessing Socioeconomic and Environmental Implications

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作者：
Al-Hassan F. [1 ]
Al-Sayed O. [2 ]
机构：
[1] Faculty of Medicine, McGill University
[2] Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary
来源：
Journal of Commercial Biotechnology | 2023年 / 28卷 / 06期
关键词：
bio-entrepreneurship; eco-literacy; green innovation; knowledge economy; sustainability;
D O I：
10.5912/jcb2201
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摘要：
As environmental sustainability becomes an urgent global priority, there is growing interest regarding how business practices and entrepreneurship can become part of the solution. Concepts such as “bio-entrepreneurship” and “eco-literacy” suggest that increasing ecological awareness and sustainable business models could drive positive change. This research examined connections between environmental literacy, knowledge-sharing, innovation, and entrepreneurial competencies to better understand these relationships. Surveys were conducted with 228 business owners in the manufacturing sector in Canada to collect data on metrics tied to eco-literacy, participation in the knowledge economy, green innovation, green knowledge practices, and bio-entrepreneurial capacities. Statistical analyses were performed to analyze paths between these key variables. The results revealed a robust positive link between eco-literacy and bio-entrepreneurial potential, indicating that increasing ecological knowledge could significantly empower environmentally sustainable entrepreneurship. Eco-literacy also showed a strong correlation with green innovation. These findings suggest that integration of environmental education across academic and business leadership training programs could be a pivotal part of spurring growth in green industries and sustainable startups. It underscores the importance of eco-literacy in readying emerging business leaders to drive change. © 2023, Journal of Commercial Biotechnology. All rights reserved.
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