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DOI: 10.11118/978-80-7701-047-4-0136

SUSTAINABLE COMPETITIVENESS: THE ROLE OF ENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMANCE IN ECONOMIC RANKINGS

Elisabeth T. Pereira1,2
1 Reserch Unit in Governance, Competitiveness and Public Policies (GOVCOPP), University of Aveiro
2 Department of Economics, Management, Industrial Engineering and Tourism, University of Aveiro, Campus Universitario de Santiago, 3810–193 Aveiro, Portugal

This study examines the relationship between competitiveness and sustainability, demonstrating a positive correlation between high national competitiveness and strong environmental performance. Using data from the Environmental Performance Index (EPI) and the IMD World Competitiveness Ranking, the analysis highlights those sustainable practices that contribute significantly to long-term competitive advantage. The results show that countries excelling in economic infrastructure, innovation, and governance often prioritize environmental policies, enhancing both competitiveness and sustainability. These findings underscore the importance of integrating sustainable practices into economic strategies to foster balanced and resilient growth.

Keywords: Competitiveness, Sustainability, 21st Century, Environmental Performance Index (EPI), IMD World Competitiveness Ranking, Resource-Based View (RBV), Economic Growth

pages: 136-144, online: 2025



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