An open approach to develop green innovation. A case study analysis

Journal title MERCATI & COMPETITIVITÀ
Author/s Francesco Calza, Adele Parmentola, Ilaria Tutore
Publishing Year 2017 Issue 2017/1
Language English Pages 21 P. 29-49 File size 213 KB
DOI 10.3280/MC2017-001003
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Francesco Calza, Adele Parmentola, Ilaria Tutore, An open approach to develop green innovation. A case study analysis in "MERCATI & COMPETITIVITÀ" 1/2017, pp 29-49, DOI: 10.3280/MC2017-001003