This paper will explore how the principles of Ecological Modernisation (EM) can
help reconcile local economies with rising environmental costs and threats,
especially for small and medium size enterprises (SMEs). The author will also
identify the contexts of current business concerns, vis-a` -vis environmental
costs, and the prospects of adapting to climate change; and will highlight the
EM principles and policies that are aimed at mitigating the ecological
footprints of local economic activities.
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