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This study examines the barriers to green innovation adoption among manufacturing SMEs in Central Europe, focusing on firm size.

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Quantitative analysis uncovers barriers to green innovations in manufacturing SMEs, suggesting targeted policy interventions.

This study examines the barriers to green innovation adoption among manufacturing SMEs in Central Europe, focusing on firm size.
Administered a structured questionnaire via computer-assisted telephone interviewing (CATI) to 184 senior managers from SMEs.
Utilized nonparametric statistical methods to analyze barriers based on responses on a Likert-type scale.
Applied the Kruskal–Wallis test and Dwass–Steel–Critchlow–Fligner post hoc test to assess differences across firm sizes.
Identified statistically significant differences in perceived barriers to green innovations among micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises.
Reported challenges for smaller enterprises, including lack of skilled personnel and technological capabilities.
Medium-sized firms often cite low energy consumption prioritization as a barrier, while financial constraints and regulatory complexity affect smaller firms more.

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