The implications of digital transformation and environmental innovation for sustainability

The interconnected phenomena of digital transformation and environmental innovation exert a major impact on sustainability. This research attempts to shed light on the sustainability implications of digital transformation and environmental innovation. Both digital transformation and environmental innovation offer multiple opportunities to address global challenges such as climate change, resource depletion, and social inequality. This study highlights the need to integrate digital technologies and innovation with environmental initiatives. By following this approach, the sustainability implications of digital transformation and environmental innovation can lead to a more resilient and sustainable society. Fuzzy-set qualitative comparative analysis (fsQCA) is used to determine the necessary or sufficient factors to increase sustainability. The study thus provides insights into what the environmental priorities should be. The results show how to reduce environmental impacts, improve quality of life, and support economic development. They can also be used to inform policies that support sustainability initiatives by encouraging the combinations of interventions that work best. By harnessing the potential of digital transformation and environmental innovation, it is possible to build a greener and more prosperous future for generations to come.

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Journal of Innovation & Knowledge
Published
2025-04-26
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jik.2025.100713
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22
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Smart Cities and Technologies
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The implications of digital transformation and environmental innovation for sustainability

Nicoleta Cristache, Adrian Lupașc, Dorin Iancu, Oana Pricopoaia
22 citations
Journal of Innovation & Knowledge
Smart Cities and Technologies
24.98
article

The implications of digital transformation and environmental innovation for sustainability

Nicoleta Cristache, Adrian Lupașc, Dorin Iancu, Oana Pricopoaia
article en
22 citations

Abstract

The interconnected phenomena of digital transformation and environmental innovation exert a major impact on sustainability. This research attempts to shed light on the sustainability implications of digital transformation and environmental innovation. Both digital transformation and environmental innovation offer multiple opportunities to address global challenges such as climate change, resource depletion, and social inequality. This study highlights the need to integrate digital technologies and innovation with environmental initiatives. By following this approach, the sustainability implications of digital transformation and environmental innovation can lead to a more resilient and sustainable society. Fuzzy-set qualitative comparative analysis (fsQCA) is used to determine the necessary or sufficient factors to increase sustainability. The study thus provides insights into what the environmental priorities should be. The results show how to reduce environmental impacts, improve quality of life, and support economic development. They can also be used to inform policies that support sustainability initiatives by encouraging the combinations of interventions that work best. By harnessing the potential of digital transformation and environmental innovation, it is possible to build a greener and more prosperous future for generations to come.

Journal of Innovation & KnowledgeVol. 10(3)
Industry, innovation and infrastructure
Openalex Percentile: Top 0%
Smart Cities and Technologies
24.98
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