Startups in the environmental context: A prisma-based analysis
Startups in the environmental context: A prisma-based analysis

Summary/Abstract: Startups are key drivers of environmental innovation, yet research on their role in sustainability remains fragmented. This study aims to identify areas where the link between startups and the environment can be explored, with further discussion and outlook on future research opportunities. PRISMA analysis was used to achieve the aim of the study, with data from the Web of Science (SSCI), focusing on peerreviewed articles (2015–2024) in management, business, and economics from Q1-Q2 journals and with combination of the keywords “startup” and “environment”. The f indings reveal three primary research areas: technological innovation and business models, sustainability and societal impact, and policy, regulation and financing of environmental innovation. Despite growing interest, several research gaps remain and future research should focus on the long-term impact of environmental regulations on startups, the effectiveness of government support programs for startups and the long-term impact of AI on environmental sustainability. A major limitation is the low number of scientific studies that emerged from the PRISMA analysis conducted. Future research could broaden the scope by incorporating more databases, deepening insights into startups and the environment. The results can serve as a basis for further studies and practical applications in the development of sustainable business environments, especially in the area of supporting startups focused on environmental innovation.

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