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

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  • Marcela Alessandra de Moraes
  • Gustavo Hermínio Salati Marcondes de Moraes
  • Nágela Bianca do Prado
  • Bruno Brandão Fischer

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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.

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  • Marcela Alessandra de Moraes & Gustavo Hermínio Salati Marcondes de Moraes & Nágela Bianca do Prado & Bruno Brandão Fischer, 2025. "Triggering Sustainable Transitions in Entrepreneurial Ecosystems: Key Enabling Conditions and Outcomes," Sustainable Development, John Wiley & Sons, Ltd., vol. 33(S1), pages 275-295, November.
    • Handle: RePEc:wly:sustdv:v:33:y:2025:i:s1:p:275-295
    DOI: 10.1002/sd.70005
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