Facing Environmental Goals for Energy-Efficiency Improvements in Micro and Small Enterprises Operating in the Age of Industry 4.0

One of the biggest challenges a modern enterprise is finding balance between achieving environmental goals and being competitive in era Industry 4.0 requirements. The digital revolution forcing companies to overcome various that contribute reducing energy consumption. Micro small enterprises carry out activities field efficiency by implementing measures save reduce total However, these are limited many barriers resources, which means much smaller than those large companies. purpose this study was assess performance micro following objectives improving efficiency. research study, based on structured standardized survey questionnaire, conducted with use CATI technique April May 2022 among owners operating Poland. showed that: (a) Polish micro- small-sized were aimed at through implementation objectives; (b) operation accordance contemporary requirements improved efficiency; (c) small-scale took actions compliance