Business and the environment Books

This book describes green human resource management as practices undertaken by organizations' human resource departments to create supportive environments in which employees can thrive and perform in their most productive capacity. Focusing on the Sri...

Our bee populations are under threat. Over the past 60 years, they have lost much of their natural habitat and are under assault from pesticides and intensive farming. We rely on bees and other insects to pollinate our fruit and vegetables and, without...

Sharing successful examples of sustainable products from around the world, this book supplies in-depth analysis of key factors that affect the adoption of sustainable products. It examines case studies of green products from a...

As the global economy rapidly evolves, the need for environmentally responsible and socially conscious business practices has become more urgent than ever. Green entrepreneurship represents a powerful response to this call, aligning innovation with...

Transformation to a low carbon economy is a central tenet to any discussion on the solutions to the complex challenges of climate change and energy security. Despite advances in policy, carbon management and continuing development of clean technology,...

1 This is the second volume in the EMAN-Europe series of selected refereed papers on environmental management accounting drawn primarily from 2 papers presented at EMAN-Europe's annual conferences . Most of the th papersin...

Today, one of the top priorities of an organization's modern corporate strategy is to portray itself as socially responsible and environmentally sustainable. As a focal point of sustainability initiatives, green supply chain management has emerged as a...

A clarion call for marketing to return to its roots and integrate sustainability principles, this book illustrates how the marketing function can drive organizations, delighting customers and impacting positively on society and the environment.

Every manager and every employee in every function can embed climate solutions and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This book, written by experts in the field of sustainability in business, shows you how.The climate crisis is one of the greatest...

Since becoming formally established with an international academic society in the late 1980s, ecological economics has advanced understanding of the interactions between social and biophysical reality. It initially combined questioning of the basis of...

This is the decade for climate action. Internal and external stakeholders demand action. How we choose to act in the next ten years will determine our foreseeable future.Businesses hold a critical role for climate futures. The need for businesses to...

An in-depth appraisal of the key environmental, policy, legislative, and political issues for packaging and packaged products. International experts discuss responses and activities in different parts of the world, exploring...

Industrial informatics as a field is currently expanding beyond improving the manufacture of goods to facilitating every aspect of the process, from after-market sales, to service production, sourcing, and e-maintenance, demonstrating the profound impact...

In recent years, there has been growing interest in industrial systems, especially in robotic manipulators and mobile robot systems. As the cost of robots goes down and become more compact, the number of industrial applications of robotic systems...

The image of modern corporations has been shaped by a focus on profits over people and the environment, but this approach to capitalism is no longer viable. We are at an inflection point where business must take the lead in healing the crises of our...

In "Green Living 2.0: Practical Solutions for a Sustainable Future," Fiona Sterling takes readers on a transformative journey toward a greener, more sustainable future. As artificial intelligence reshapes industries and daily life, Sterling highlights...

Do you aspire to a sustainable lifestyle? If you are passionate about organic agriculture, this book is for you. Learn the true story of two teachers who will inspire you as they and their family build their organic growing business from the ground up...

There are few industry sectors in the world today with more potential than renewable energy. Clean, green and renewable energy technologies are receiving immense emphasis from investors, environmentalists, governments and major corporations. A wide...

This title is an IGI Global Core Reference for 2019 as it was edited by an e-procurement expert who has conducted research and worked for the World Bank, United States Agency for International Development, Asian Development Bank, Inter-American...

The need for clean sources of energy has increased dramatically as the realities of climate change have begun to effect life on earth. As a result, the demand for pioneering businesses in the sustainable energy industry will increase. Entrepreneurship...

When generating electronic products, manufacturing enterprises are producing pollution and waste that is harmful to the environment. As a result of this increasing event, green production has become a valuable research topic. Green Production Strategies...

The use of environmentally safe products is an emerging and popular trend throughout various industries. Product manufacturing and sales has changed in order to incorporate green initiatives that will appeal to this fast-growing market. Driving Green...

Sustainability has become an unavoidable topic in modern society. In order for sustainable development to be fully achieved, it must be integrated into the planning and measurement systems of business enterprises. Green Initiatives for Business...

Emerging developments in cloud computing have created novel opportunities and applications for businesses. These innovations not only have organizational benefits, but can be advantageous for green enterprises as well. Cloud Computing Technologies for...

Business development in the contemporary world takes place in an economically, politically, and socially complex environment. Today, it is necessary to recognize the tremendous cultural diversity of the world and it is essential to consider the specific...

Sustainability has become an increasingly vital topic of discussion in modern society. Various businesses and their professionals have begun adopting environmentally friendly practices and continue to search for new ways to incorporate sustainability...

The issue of sustainability has become a vital discussion in many industries within the public and private sectors. In the business realm, incorporating such practices allows organizations to re-design their operations more effectively. Green Supply...

Our food system is in crisis.Two years into a global pandemic, our food system is in crisis. Food essential to life should be equitable, affordable, sustainable, and healthy for all Americans. But the quality and accessibility of food in the U. S. have...

Someone Had to Say It:A New Approach to Confronting Our Environmental Crises Excerpts from the work:             "Right now at this crossroads, with human beings confronting the...

This publication draws on findings from a survey on the Philippines' green bond market to provide insights on what support is needed to further develop the country's sustainable finance market.The survey assessed the interest of institutional investors...

<p><strong>Activity Log Book For All Buisnesses</strong> 11" x 8.5" (27.9 x 21.6 cm ) 120 Pages</p><p>✅ The perfect product for all offices, schools front desk log, walk-in counseling office, Doctors offices, call centers,...

Studienarbeit aus dem Jahr 2011 im Fachbereich VWL - Umweltökonomie, Note: 1,3, Westfälische Wilhelms-Universität Münster (Institut für Politikwissenschaft), Veranstaltung: Der demographische Wandel in den Kommunen, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Wie können...

Studienarbeit aus dem Jahr 2010 im Fachbereich VWL - Umweltökonomie, Note: 1,0, Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Recht Berlin, Veranstaltung: Nachhaltiges Wirtschaften in Theorie und Praxis, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Die Erde würde ca. 1,2 Jahre brauchen,...

Smart Energy: From Fire Making to the Post-Carbon World first traces the history of mankind's discovery and use of energy. It then reviews contemporary issues such as global warming, environmental deterioration, depletion of carbon energy sources, and...

DISTRICT COOLING: THEORY and PRACTICE provides a unique study of an energy cogeneration system, set up to bring chilled water to buildings (offices, apartment houses, and factories) needing cooling for air conditioning and refrigeration. In winter, the...

The book titled ""First Biennial Reports Of The Board Of Control Of New Hampshire And Of The Purchasing Agent For The Biennial Period Ending August 31, 1914 (1915)"" is a collection of reports by the Board of Control of the state of New Hampshire and the...

Master's Thesis from the year 2021 in the subject Economy - Environment economics, grade: 1,0, , language: English, abstract: The European Union's Emission Trading System (EU ETS) is the main policy instrument to cut greenhouse gas emissions within the...

Green technology initiatives are becoming pervasive around the world and in virtually all industry sectors. For example, construction projects of all types are becoming green at a rapid clip, from new homes to giant office towers. Consumer products and...

The Business Guide to Sustainability is a practical introduction to implementing a comprehensive sustainability strategy in any organization. Written by top business consultants, this useful book can be applied in both large and small...

Menschen leben in Deutschland ausschließlich in Gemeinden und Städten, die damit den für die Bürger erlebbaren sozialen, kulturgeschichtlichen und wirtschaftlichen Rahmen bilden. Dort sind sie in die ihr Leben bestimmenden Netzwerke eingebunden und sie...

This book serves as an introduction to sustainability standards and instruments and includes chapters on initiatives of governmental and intergovernmental bodies, sectoral CSR commitments, CSR-related reporting and management standards, and securities...

This book is a comprehensive guide to community engagement and investment, beginning with a survey of community-related voluntary standards and then turning to strategy and management, community engagement, community investment and reporting and...

This book provides the latest research on net zero policies, environmental sustainability, and the practical implications for adopting sustainable technologies in the current scenario. Contributions from numerous academic experts explore how the...

This book presents the changing face of social responsibility, showing how it has grown to encompass governance, becoming a vital part of various aspects of human endeavor. From businesses to politics to justice systems, Corporate Social Responsibility...

This book examines the law and its development trends in the area of corporate social responsibility (CSR) in Vietnam. It is an important reference in implementing the requirements of CPTPP and EVFTA in Vietnam, and it is also very important in improving...

This book contains a collection of teaching cases that study and emphasise how twenty-first-century businesses address and satisfy the needs and wants of socially conscious consumers while remaining profitable. This book explores the practise of...