Conducting a systematic literature review of environmental emissions performance and eco-innovation researchOA

This study systematically reviews 42 articles(2014–2024)on the relationship between eco-innovation and environmental emission performance.The findings show that eco-innovation,mainly measured by green patents,significantly reduces CO_(2)emissions,largely driven by regulatory policies like emissions trading systems and carbon taxes.However,the relationship between eco-innovation and emissions performance varies across industries and countries,suggesting the need for more context-specific research.Limitations in the literature include a focus on short time periods,single industries or countries,and reliance on patent counts,which may not fully capture innovation.Methodological gaps also exist in integrating firm-level innovation data with emissions data.Future research should expand the scope by examining long-term impacts;using diverse innovation indicators such as green R&D,renewable energy,and carbon storage technologies;applying advanced econometric models;and expanding to diverse sectors and economies,considering factors such as political uncertainty,green financing,and cultural influences.