Title: Dynamic capabilities as a driver of eco-innovation: PRISMA 2020 systematic review

Authors: Víctor Hugo Ñopo Olazábal; Niria Marleny Goñi Avila

Addresses: Escuela de Postgrado, Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola, Av. La Fontana 550, La Molina, Lima, Peru ' Escuela de Postgrado, Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola, Av. La Fontana 550, La Molina, Lima, Peru

Abstract: The purpose of this article is to examine how dynamic capabilities (DCs) contribute to the development of eco-innovation across diverse productive sectors. This systematic review seeks to consolidate fragmented knowledge and uncover conceptual and methodological gaps in the existing literature. Following the PRISMA 2020 protocol and employing grounded theory techniques, 18 empirical studies published between 2012 and 2021 were analysed. The review identifies three main thematic categories: DCs as key enablers of eco-innovation processes, their role in fostering sustainable competitive advantage, and the interaction between eco-innovation and organisational performance. Based on these findings, an integrated conceptual framework is proposed. The results highlight the strategic value of DCs in driving environmentally sustainable innovation, while also revealing the need for more robust methodological approaches in future research. The study concludes with implications for theory development and practical guidance for managers seeking to align innovation capabilities with sustainability objectives.

Keywords: dynamic capability view; sustainability; management studies; competitive strategy.

DOI: 10.1504/IJMED.2026.152707

International Journal of Management and Enterprise Development, 2026 Vol.25 No.2, pp.226 - 255

Received: 07 Dec 2024
Accepted: 05 Jun 2025
Published online: 07 Apr 2026 *

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