Does Frugal Innovation Enable Sustainable Development? A Systematic Literature Review

Eugenia Rosca (), Jack Reedy () and Julia C. Bendul ()
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Eugenia Rosca: Jacobs University Bremen gGmbH
Jack Reedy: Jacobs University Bremen gGmbH
Julia C. Bendul: Jacobs University Bremen gGmbH

The European Journal of Development Research, 2018, vol. 30, issue 1, No 8, 136-157

Abstract: Abstract The Sustainable Development Goals set by the United Nations recognize and promote inter- and intra-dependencies between the economic, social and ecological dimensions, emphasize the inclusion of local communities in the development processes and the need for sustainable consumption and production. To achieve these goals, interdisciplinary and collaborative efforts are needed. Frugal innovation emerges as a paradigm challenging traditional innovation pathways which may have the potential to bring together different stakeholders’ efforts to achieve sustainable development goals. This systematic literature review analyzes current research linking the concepts of frugal innovation and sustainable development. The aim is to highlight approaches and conditions in which frugal innovations can drive sustainable development, especially in relation to different types of private sector actors. Based on the content analysis of current studies, we formulate shortcomings of existing research and develop a research agenda with the aim to bring the two research streams closer.

Keywords: frugal innovation; sustainability; inclusive development; Base of the Pyramid; sustainable development (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2018
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DOI: 10.1057/s41287-017-0106-3

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