Letters to the Editor
Potential of eco-entrepreneurship
Wednesday, 31 August 2022
Eco-entrepreneurship, or ecopreneurship, is a business behaviour adopted by people who want to create a green business. In other words, it is a way to contribute to sustainable development while making profit. Ecopreneurs conduct businesses according to sustainable ideas and methods, and object to tackle environmental and social needs. Globally, eco-entrepreneurship has obtained significant momentum. Green entrepreneurs have sped up innovation and exhibited the calibre to adapt and respond quickly to changes, which have also increased employment opportunities. Some examples of green entrepreneurship include energy conservation, green consulting for eliminating environmental pollution connected with industrial activity, the use of environment-friendly products, renewable energy installations, etc.
Unfortunately in Bangladesh, eco-entrepreneurship has received little attention both in research and practice. However, it has the potential to provide opportunities for economic growth. It can help a shift towards sustainability. The authorities concerned should increase awareness in this regard and provide training on green entrepreneurship. The preface of green technologies joined with eco-entrepreneurship will support the country in sustainable development and battle the impact of climate change.
Shahriar Bin Kabir,
Student of Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology, Dhaka,
shahriarhossain340@gmail.com