Sostenibilidad y empresas con propósito: Percepción de estudiantes universitarios de Ecuador y Chile

Gabriela DUQUE-ESPINOZA; Hernan M. PAPE-LARRE; Karla N. GONZÁLEZ-SOTO; Francisco J. VÁSQUEZ-TEJOS

doi:10.48082/espacios-a26v47n05-e04

Authors

Gabriela DUQUE-ESPINOZA University of Azuay Author
Hernan M. PAPE-LARRE Universidad Tecnológica de Chile Author
Karla N. GONZÁLEZ-SOTO https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9725-8806 Author
Francisco J. VÁSQUEZ-TEJOS Universidad de las Américas Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.48082/espacios-a26v47n05-e04

Keywords:

Sustainability, purpose-driven companies, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), university student, entrepreneurship

Abstract

This study analyzes the perceptions of university students in Ecuador and Chile regarding sustainability and purpose-driven companies. Through surveys, their knowledge of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), education, and attitudes toward sustainable development were assessed. The results show a high level of awareness of the SDGs, a preference for sustainable companies, and support for related public policies. Few significant differences were observed between the two countries, although challenges remain in sustainability education and sustainable entrepreneurship.

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