Books in the CSR, Sustainability, Ethics & Governance series

This book provides a comprehensive and detailed introduction to the ISO 26000 standard for social responsibility (SR) in businesses and corporations.

This volume presents a transdisciplinary approach to implementing a circular economy in international business. Written by global experts, this book provides a detailed and professional focus on issues that must be improved in order to successfully implement a circular economy in a variety of industries. The book begins with a discussion of the theoretical aspects of circular economy and the challenges of going from theory to practice. The following chapters present case studies on the circular economy in different sectors of international business such as food systems, mineral processing, water management, energy process, waste management, the cement industry, and 3D printing. Issues such as the role of SMEs in the circular economy, and the progress towards circular economy 3.0, and strategies for teaching the circular economy are also discussed. The volume ends with a critique of the concept of circular economy and suggestions for future research avenues. Written with multiple stakeholders in mind, this volume will be of interest to researchers and students of economics, sustainability, international business, and management as well as industry professionals and governments working towards establishing a circular economy in their fields and jurisdictions.

This casebook argues that corporate sustainability agendas should look beyond stakeholder demands and desires, towards strategic opportunities to achieve social and commercial benefits simultaneously.

This book examines on an international basis how small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) cope with the changing economic and social challenges, which are also reflected in financial and non-financial reporting.

This book addresses the growing interest among policymakers, practitioners and academics in the evolution and the future implications of social, environmental and sustainability accounting.

This book examines the Indian mandate for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and its implementations in various individual organizations. The book explores the various facets of CSR investigation and places special emphasis on the Schedule VII of the Indian Companies Act of 2013, which defines specific areas of intervention for these companies.

This book explores opportunities and limitations with regard to transferring knowledge and tools from the corporate world to manage monasteries or other types of religious institutions.

This book provides a business-oriented analysis of the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDG).

This book explores the current state of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) from an international perspective, the goal being to share ideas and visions for a sustainable future and to provide useful guidelines for academics, practitioners and policymakers in the context of the 2030 ¿Agenda for Sustainable Development¿ released by the United Nations. Research on CSR has evolved considerably over the last three decades. However, there are still many unanswered questions concerning the sustainability of business in an increasingly changing world, for example: If most companies consider CSR to be valuable to their organizations, why do only 15% of them systematically implement Social Responsibility initiatives? If CSR has been found to be profitable for companies, why are they so reluctant to develop an active, internal CSR policy? Why are there such significant differences in CSR adoption from country to country? Why does it take a huge crisis to make politicians react and regulate certain core CSR issues? This contributed volume answers these questions, presenting a wealth of case studies and new approaches in the process.

This book addresses key aspects of corporate social responsibility (CSR) and explores them from a variety of perspectives in a case study on the Marange diamond mines in Zimbabwe.

The Social Responsibility of Multinationals: From an Afterthought to Center Stage.- Part I.- Rethinking Global CSR.- The Role of CSR in International Policy Agendas.- Business Success Revisited: What Constitutes Business Success?.- Embedding CSR in Corporate Strategies.- CSR Initiatives.- Part II.- Regional CSR Perspectives.- CSR in the USA: A Historic Perspective on the Interplay Between Ideological, Political, and Economic Forces.- CSR in Egypt: Communication and Marketing Practices.- CSR in Germany: A European Perspective.- CSR in Poland: The Rise and Development of Corporate Social Responsibility.- CSR in India: Evolution, Models, and Impact.- CSR in Thailand: A Stakeholder''s Perspective.- Part III.- CSR Policies and Practices in Different Countries.- Mandated CSR in India: Opportunities, Constraints, and the Road Ahead.- CSR in Government-Owned Enterprises in India: A Principal-Agent Perspective.- Sustainable Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Projects in Colombia.- The Buffering and Backfiring Effects of CSR Strategies During a Crisis: A US Perspective.- Part IV.- CSR Projects.- Under the Mango Tree: Sustainable Livelihood Approach to Poverty Reduction Through Beekeeping.- MiVana: Brewing Pleasure, Enhancing Equity, and Restoring Forests.- Early Childhood Care and Education: A Mainstay for CSR Investments.

This book examines education about standardization in the context of sustainable management. It shows the role of standardization education in the global economy, and in markets, industries and businesses. The book presents knowledge on standardization for sustainable management, describes measures that can be taken to stimulate it, and highlights strategies for teaching and disseminating the concept. Subsequently presenting a number of best practices and case studies, the book seeks to align theory and practice. For researchers, this is the first academic publication that interconnects the concepts of sustainability, standardization and education. For professionals in the area of sustainability it shows that standardization is an essential instrument for enhancing sustainability for which proper education is needed. For standardization professionals the book reveals the links to sustainability and it shows not only the importance of education about standardization but also how this can be organized, and finally, for universities, the book shows that standardization deserves to be included in the curriculum, and it provides guidance and best practice examples about how this can be done.

This book explores the key issues of corporate social responsibility (CSR) and reporting as applied to sports organizations, with particular attention to the Italian environment.

Drawing on the various fields of organizational communication and their relevance for CSR, it addresses innovative topics such as big data, social media, and the convergence of communication channels, as well as the roles they play in a successfully integrated CSR communication program.

This book provides a comprehensive overview of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in Indian corporations following the 2013 legal mandate on corporate spending of profits for CSR.

This book offers innovative ideas and frameworks for sustainable strategizing to advance business by scaling-up its positive impact, which is so urgently needed at this time in the 21st century.

This book offers up-to-date insights into the theory and practice of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and sustainability management.

This book takes a fresh look at current issues in corporate social responsibility (CSR) with a special focus on emerging economies. Overall the book provides cutting-edge insights into the theory and practice of CSR from European countries that can be considered emerging or developing.

This book presents conscious business as a constantly expanding and powerful approach to reinvent and shape organizations in a human and beneficial manner.

This book takes a fresh look at current issues in corporate social responsibility (CSR) with a special focus on emerging economies. Overall the book provides cutting-edge insights into the theory and practice of CSR from European countries that can be considered emerging or developing.

This book examines green management practices among top-performing companies operating on the Chinese mainland. Through in-depth interviews with sustainability leaders and top executives, this Green Management Book will reveal how to systematically create or improve existing green management strategies in China.

This book provides a comprehensive overview of corporate social responsibility and its development in Africa.

This book presents the latest evidence on, and new approaches to, the development of Corporate Social Responsibility in emerging and established economies. To do so, it examines a broad range of industries, from fashion to banking, and various aspects, like accounting, information security, and human resource management. Special emphasis is placed on the role of education. The case studies gathered here analyse both small and medium sized companies, as well as listed enterprises. The book is a valuable resource for researchers in the fields of sustainability and corporate responsibility, provides student teaching cases for courses on CSR and sustainable management, and offers blueprints for professionals seeking guidance and inspiration on their path towards responsible business operations.

This book examines corporate governance through a holistic lens that integrates financial, social and environmental goals, e.g. In turn, it addresses criticism leveled at corporate governance, its impact on the outbreak of the financial crisis, and recommendations for changes after the crisis.

Drawing on the various fields of organizational communication and their relevance for CSR, it addresses innovative topics such as big data, social media, and the convergence of communication channels, as well as the roles they play in a successfully integrated CSR communication program.

This book provides a rich overview and takes a closer look at the current state of theory and practice in the field of sustainable business models.