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Mapping the Uncharted: Theoretical and Methodological Gaps in Sustainable Entrepreneurship Research

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: ABSTRACT Sustainable entrepreneurship is regarded as a solution to ecological challenges. The field has evolved from social and environmental entrepreneurship, giving rise to a new research domain that still lacks theoretical and methodological consensus. The literature on sustainable entrepreneurship is expanding; however, significant divergences persist in definitions, and methodological limitations contribute to the field's ambiguity. This article presents a systematic literature review focusing on the epistemology and methodological approaches of studies on sustainable entrepreneurship. Using the Scopus and Web of Science databases, the review identified 244 articles, of which 54 were selected for content analysis. The findings highlight the need for empirical research that extends beyond conceptual discussions, proposing novel methodological approaches and underscoring the importance of understanding the long‐term impacts of sustainable entrepreneurship on broader systems. The study concludes by outlining future research directions, underscoring the necessity of epistemological and methodological advancements in the field of sustainable entrepreneurship.

Source: Sustainable Development

DOI: 10.1002/sd.70239

Authors: Maiara Lais Marcon, Tais Provensi, Elisete Aparecida Ferreira Stenger, Graciele Tonial, Simone Sehnem

Institutions: Universidade do Oeste de Santa Catarina, Instituto Federal de Educação, Ciência e Tecnologia de Santa Catarina, Universidade do Sul de Santa Catarina

Language: English

Topic: Entrepreneurship Studies and Influences

Subfield: Management of Technology and Innovation

Field: Business, Management and Accounting

Domain: Social Sciences

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $4,250

Funders: Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior, Conselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento Científico e Tecnológico