Harnessing Digital Social Innovations and Eco-innovations for the UNSDGs

Purpose: Investigate the synergy between digital social innovations (DSI) and eco-innovations in tackling sustainable development goals (SDGs). DSI leverages digital technologies to enable collaborative efforts, facilitating the co-creation of solutions that drive sustainable advancements. Eco-innovation prioritizes minimizing environmental impacts through cleaner production methods, energy efficiency, and waste reduction. Design/Methodology/Approach: Drawing from a content analysis of 130 peer-reviewed articles published over the last decade, the chapter explores the intersection of DSI and eco-innovations as a means to address complex global issues. Findings: The chapter offers examples of current activities and suggests actionable recommendations for businesses and policymakers. It underscores the role of digital technologies in advancing sustainable practices and shaping policies that promote innovation. The findings also address a critical gap in the literature, offering a foundation for future studies on the effectiveness of this synergy. Practical Implications: The chapter makes theoretical contributions by aiming to deepen the understanding of these interconnected innovations, while its practical contributions are designed to support businesses and policymakers in implementing sustainable practices and shaping effective policies. By filling a critical gap in the literature, this chapter lays the groundwork for future empirical research and encourages continued exploration of how digital and ecological innovations can advance sustainable development.