The Role of Higher Education Institutions in Fostering Green Entrepreneurship: International Experiences, Opportunities, and Challenges
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This paper analyzes the pivotal role of higher education institutions in promoting green entrepreneurship and facilitating the transition toward a sustainable economy. Adopting a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach, the study synthesizes and examines leading research addressing the nexus between higher education and green entrepreneurship. The findings indicate that universities significantly contribute to developing a sustainable entrepreneurial culture through sustainability-oriented education, applied research, and the formation of innovation and academic entrepreneurship ecosystems. The “Triple Helix” interaction (university–industry–government) is identified as the core institutional framework fostering green innovation. Comparative insights from China, India, Saudi Arabia, and Europe reveal effective policy, financial, and educational mechanisms that stimulate green entrepreneurship. However, persistent challenges—such as limited funding, entrepreneurial skill gaps, and policy implementation barriers—highlight the need for deeper institutional integration to achieve a truly sustainable green economy.
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