Innovative Entrepreneurship and Sustainability: The Inspiring Example of Interface
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- 10.2991/978-94-6463-892-9_16How to use a DOI?
- Keywords
- Innovation; Entrepreneurship; Sustainability; Innovation; Renewable Energy
- Abstract
This article explores the crucial role of innovation-based entrepreneurship in promoting sustainability. It first defines innovative entrepreneurship as the creation of new solutions to unmet needs, and sustainability as the ability to meet present needs without compromising future generations.
The article then examines the links between innovation and sustainability, highlighting technological solutions such as renewable energy and precision agriculture, as well as circular economic models such as reuse and sharing economy. A notable case study is that of Interface, a carpet manufacturer who has adopted a circular economy model, illustrating how companies can commit to sustainability by reducing waste and using recycled materials.
Finally, the article addresses the challenges and opportunities of this entrepreneurship. Challenges include funding and regulations, while opportunities lie in the growing market for sustainable solutions and collaboration among stakeholders.
In conclusion, the article highlights that innovative entrepreneurship is essential to achieving sustainability goals, creating both economic value and a sustainable future.
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TY - CONF AU - Soukaina Bendidi AU - Kenza El Kadiri AU - Mohamed Iazza PY - 2025 DA - 2025/11/17 TI - Innovative Entrepreneurship and Sustainability: The Inspiring Example of Interface BT - Proceedings of the International Conference on Multidisciplinary Research in Management and Economics (ICMRME 2025) PB - Atlantis Press SP - 259 EP - 272 SN - 2352-5428 UR - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-94-6463-892-9_16 DO - 10.2991/978-94-6463-892-9_16 ID - Bendidi2025 ER -