Document Type : Research Paper
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Department of Management, Faculty of Entrepreneurship, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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Professor, Department of Business Creation, Faculty of Entrepreneurship, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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Assistant Professor, Department of Business Creation, Faculty of Entrepreneurship, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
10.22034/jtd.2026.2079167.2046
Abstract
The field of sustainable innovation in construction projects, despite its rapid growth, suffers from conceptual fragmentation and a lack of coherence. Therefore, the primary objective of this study is to provide a cohesive scientific perspective of this field by identifying its intellectual structure, evolutionary dynamics, and key actors, in order to offer a roadmap for future research and actions. This research employs a quantitative approach based on bibliometric analysis of data extracted from the Scopus database (1970-2025) and utilizes VOSviewer software for analysis. The findings reveal the multifaceted and interdisciplinary nature of this field, structured into four main research clusters: construction engineering and management, sustainability and environment, operations management, and ethics. Temporal analysis identifies a three-stage evolutionary path in the scientific discourse of this field: transitioning from a technically-oriented approach (past), to an integrated-systems approach (present), and moving towards a strategic-transformative paradigm (future), which emphasizes concepts such as circular economy and innovation in business models. This research concludes that sustainable innovation in the construction industry has evolved from a technical component into a strategic and systemic necessity. The presented evolutionary roadmap not only consolidates existing knowledge but also illuminates future research and practical pathways, emphasizing the need for systemic solutions beyond merely technological innovations.
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