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Triggering Sustainable Transitions in Entrepreneurial Ecosystems: Key Enabling Conditions and Outcomes

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: ABSTRACT While widely desired, sustainable transitions in entrepreneurial ecosystems (EEs) remain elusive. Identifying the critical EE conditions that foster knowledge‐intensive sustainable entrepreneurship (KISE) is essential. This study classifies key EE elements that support KISE and examines its sustainable development outcomes. Using a mixed‐methods approach, we apply the Delphi technique and the best–worst method (BWM) to analyze data from entrepreneurs. Findings indicate that formal policies, institutions, entrepreneurial culture, and social aspects are the most relevant EE elements for KISE. In terms of impact, KISE fosters local entrepreneurship, job creation, innovative products, and circular economy practices, contributing to economic well‐being and long‐term stability. These insights support policymaking that connects KISE to sustainable transitions within EE, particularly in developing countries. Our study advances the understanding of KISE's role in sustainability and highlights the need for tailored ecosystem strategies to enhance its impact.

Source: Sustainable Development

DOI: 10.1002/sd.70005

Authors: Marcela Alessandra de Moraes, Gustavo Hermínio Salati Marcondes de Moraes, Nágela Bianca do Prado, Bruno Brandão Fischer

Institution: Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP)

Language: English

Topic: Entrepreneurship Studies and Influences

Subfield: Management of Technology and Innovation

Field: Business, Management and Accounting

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Decent work and economic growth, Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $4,250