SEFGEN 2026 welcomes theoretical, empirical and practice-based contributions under the following sub-themes.
Green Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Business Models
This theme focuses on how entrepreneurs can create economic value while reducing environmental harm and generating social benefit.
- green business models
- circular economy-based ventures
- sustainable production and consumption
- social entrepreneurship
- eco-innovation
- responsible supply chains
- sustainable value proposition design
- green product and service development
- low-carbon business strategies
- sustainability-oriented entrepreneurship education.
Youth Entrepreneurship, Employability and Future Skills
This theme addresses the role of young people in sustainable economic transformation and future labour markets.
- youth entrepreneurship
- employability and career readiness
- entrepreneurial competencies
- green skills
- digital and transversal skills
- future career pathways
- entrepreneurship education for young people
- skills mismatch and labour market transition
- mentoring and coaching for young entrepreneurs
- youth-led sustainability initiatives.
Women, Inclusion and Equal Opportunities in Green Entrepreneurship
This theme focuses on the participation of women and disadvantaged groups in sustainable entrepreneurship ecosystems.
- young women entrepreneurs
- inclusive entrepreneurship
- gender equality in entrepreneurship
- women’s economic empowerment
- barriers to finance and market access
- mentoring models for women entrepreneurs
- women-led green ventures
- equal opportunities in entrepreneurial ecosystems
- social inclusion through entrepreneurship
- gender-sensitive entrepreneurship education.
Digital Transformation for Green Ventures
This theme explores how digital tools can support the creation, growth and visibility of sustainable ventures.
- e-commerce for green products and services
- digital marketing for sustainable brands
- artificial intelligence in green ventures
- data analytics for entrepreneurs
- digital platforms and marketplaces
- online business models
- digital storytelling and sustainability communication
- customer engagement through digital channels
- digital entrepreneurship education
- platform-based green business ecosystems.
Climate Action, Circular Economy and Local Sustainability
This theme focuses on climate-related entrepreneurship, local environmental action and circular economy solutions.
- climate action and entrepreneurship
- waste reduction
- carbon footprint measurement
- local sustainability practices
- community-based environmental solutions
- circular production and consumption
- reuse, repair and recycling models
- municipal sustainability initiatives
- sustainable urban and rural development
- environmental impact assessment of ventures.
Policy, Ecosystems and Institutional Support Mechanisms
This theme examines the institutional conditions that support sustainable entrepreneurship.
- public policies for green entrepreneurship
- university–entrepreneurship ecosystems
- municipalities and local authorities
- technoparks and incubation centres
- chambers of commerce and industry
- NGOs and civil society support mechanisms
- entrepreneurship financing mechanisms
- innovation ecosystems
- regional development and entrepreneurship
- policy recommendations for sustainable ventures.
FinTech, Green Finance and Impact Investment for Sustainable Ventures
This theme focuses on the financial instruments and investment models that enable sustainable entrepreneurship.
- green finance
- impact investment
- crowdfunding
- digital payment systems
- venture capital for sustainable ventures
- access to finance for young and women entrepreneurs
- carbon markets
- ESG-oriented investment
- social impact bonds
- financial literacy for green entrepreneurs.
Smart Technologies, Green Innovation and Climate Solutions
This theme explores the contribution of smart technologies to environmental sustainability and entrepreneurship.
- smart technologies
- Internet of Things
- sensor systems
- smart agriculture
- smart cities
- energy efficiency
- climate technologies
- green innovation
- sustainable mobility
- technology-based climate solutions.
Artificial Intelligence and Data-Driven Entrepreneurship for Sustainability
This theme focuses on the role of artificial intelligence and data-based decision-making in sustainable entrepreneurship.
- AI-supported entrepreneurship
- data-driven decision-making
- sustainable business model analysis
- customer behaviour analytics
- automation in green ventures
- environmental impact measurement
- AI-based market analysis
- responsible and ethical AI for entrepreneurs
- predictive analytics for sustainability
- AI tools for entrepreneurial education.
Does your work fit one of these topics?
Review the submission guidelines and share your contribution with SEFGEN 2026.