Entrepreneurship and Legislation: Pillars for Sustainable Development

Abstract

This article analyzes entrepreneurship and legislation as fundamental pillars for achieving sustainable development, particularly in the Ecuadorian context. It examines the current challenges faced by entrepreneurs, including excessive bureaucracy, legal uncertainty, limited access to financing, lack of innovation incentives, and insufficient business education. Drawing on theoretical frameworks such as the Triple Bottom Line, the Theory of the Innovative Entrepreneur, and the Theory of Regulation, the study highlights how aligned public policies and legal frameworks can foster sustainable entrepreneurship. Using a qualitative and exploratory methodology based on semi-structured interviews with entrepreneurs, legislators, and experts, the research reveals both barriers and successful practices in promoting sustainable development. The results emphasize the need for coherent regulations, financial incentives, and collaborative strategies between the public and private sectors to create a more inclusive, resilient, and environmentally responsible economy.