Spatial Data as a Catalyst to Drive Entrepreneurial Growth and Sustainable Development

Abstract

In this chapter, a model of spatial sustainable entrepreneurship is presented by integrating sustainable development with entrepreneurship and spatial data. The model contributes to the three dimensions of sustainable development. Spatial data can promote economic sustainability by identifying opportunities, optimizing supply chains, and creating jobs. It can contribute to environmental sustainability through resource management and renewable energy projects. Additionally, it can enable social sustainability by addressing social needs and promoting inclusion. Policymakers, entrepreneurs, and researchers can collaborate to support training programs, open data policies, and collaborations to maximize the use of spatial data in sustainable entrepreneurship. Future work can involve advanced analytics, privacy considerations, stakeholder engagement, impact assessment, infrastructure development, cross-disciplinary research, and policy frameworks.