Author : Mengsteab Tesfayohannes
Publisher :
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 18,64 MB
Release : 1998
Category : Ethiopia
ISBN :
Author : Wayne Visser
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 287 pages
File Size : 42,35 MB
Release : 2017-09-08
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1351281747
Corporate citizenship is enmeshed in the debate about Africa's future. Africa is the continent where the social needs are greatest and where the benefits of globalisation have been least felt. What makes corporate citizenship in Africa not only fascinating, but also of critical importance, is that the continent embodies many of the most vexing dilemmas that business faces in attempts to be responsible, ethical and sustainable. This unique collection for the first time brings together in one publication the critical debates, perspectives, experiences and success stories in the emerging field of corporate citizenship in Africa. The book addresses a number of key questions: What research has been conducted on corporate citizenship in Africa over the past ten years? How are the concepts and challenges of corporate citizenship in Africa different, compared to other regions of the world? Which industry sectors are leading in the implementation of corporate citizenship in Africa? What are some of the dilemmas facing companies that are striving to be good corporate citizens in Africa? What are some of the best-practice case studies of companies' corporate citizenship programmes in Africa? What can Africa learn from the rest of the world about corporate citizenship, and what can it teach others? The book acts as a bridge in many ways: between academic theory and business practice; between notions of corporate citizenship originating in developed countries and emerging concepts incubated in a developing-country context; between the experiences of multinationals and the perspectives of small and medium-sized enterprises; between different countries and regions within Africa and around the globe. This publication marks a change in the tide – a groundswell towards a more vigorous debate and robust research agenda on corporate citizenship in Africa. It will be essential reading for all those involved in the rapidly growing corporate responsibility movement.
Author : Marie-Claire Cordonier Segger
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 481 pages
File Size : 27,35 MB
Release : 2021-06-17
Category : Law
ISBN : 0192567071
International economic law guides and shapes globalization and the future of the world economy, our human societies, and the Earth. The rules which facilitate trade and investment could defend the interests of Hermes, Greek god of commerce and thieves, or learn to draw inspiration from Athena, goddess of justice, wisdom, and crafts. This volume explores how trade and investment agreements could promote more sustainable development, rather than increasing the negative social and environmental impacts of economic growth. States and other actors are attempting to integrate social and environmental considerations into trade and investment policies, towards more sustainable development. Analysing their efforts, this volume offers insights into the ways that commitments to sustainability are being operationalized in the texts of economic treaties themselves. Written by a renowned expert jurist and professor of law, this book examines the measures being debated in the WTO and adopted by States in a selection of innovative and flexible regional and bilateral trade and investment accords. With legal examples spanning decades of experimentation and experience, the book illuminates how States and stakeholders are seeking innovative ways to integrate environmental and social considerations into trade and investment agreements. Introducing a ground-breaking systematic approach, the volume considers how, through this integration, international trade and investment law can contribute to the achievement of the world's Sustainable Development Goals.
Author : HL Ahuja
Publisher : S. Chand Publishing
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 46,13 MB
Release :
Category :
ISBN : 9358703938
This textbook has been designed to meet the needs of B.A. Second Semester students of Economics as per Common Minimum Syllabus prescribed for Ranchi University and other Universities in Jharkhand under the recommended National Education Policy 2020. Maintaining the traditional approach to the subject, this textbook comprehensively covers second semester paper, namely, Introductory Macroeconomics. This textbook acquaints the students with the important concepts of GDP, National Income, Money, Inflation, Functions of Central Bank, Commercial Bank, Regional Rural Bank, Monetary and Fiscal & Trade Policy of the economy.
Author : Güler Aras
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 39,62 MB
Release : 2024-10-28
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1040165834
Sustainable finance involves making investment decisions that consider not only financial returns, but also environmental, social, and governance factors. Additionally, the role and contribution of sustainable finance mechanisms in the transition to a resilient, low-carbon, and sustainable economy are critical for sustainable development. As a rapidly developing research area where theory and practice intersect, sustainable finance deserves detailed examination from different perspectives. This book addresses current developments in the field, conveying the relevant theories in connection with their practical application. It considers the sustainable finance ecosystem from a broad and integrated viewpoint and presents a comprehensive and cohesive roadmap. It analyzes current issues and evolving theories including, but not limited to, the EU Green Deal, Green taxonomy, impact investing, Environmental Social Governance investing and the carbon and energy markets, offering a cross-disciplinary perspective of the challenges and impact of these concepts. The book tackles key concerns such as the issues with implementing and impacting the efficiency of sustainable finance, greenwashing and related terminology, sustainability rating and the risk context and, Environment Social Governance risk as well as the global regulatory challenge. Further, it highlights the importance of sustainable finance instruments for channeling capital to address climate change and support the Sustainable Development Goals. Analysing and mapping the Sustainable Development Goals against each topic under discussion provides a structure that supports the book's originality. The book is written in an accessible style and will appeal to a wide audience from academics, researchers and advanced students to regulators, standard setters, ESG intermediaries, auditors and policymakers. Güler Aras is a Professor of Finance, Accounting and Sustainability at Yildiz Technical University, Istanbul, Turkey.
Author : Asian Development Bank
Publisher : Asian Development Bank
Page : 143 pages
File Size : 44,71 MB
Release : 2022-03-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 929269359X
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are widely regarded as the backbone of economies and make a unique contribution to gross domestic product, exports, and employment. Yet, SMEs face multiple challenges in gaining access to finance that can fuel their growth. This publication scrutinizes the multiple factors affecting SMEs’ access to finance and the impact of credit guarantee schemes (CGSs), examines country case studies from across the globe, and highlights the financial and economic additionality of CGSs when they are rigorously setup. To support Asia and Pacific economies, the publication suggests operational policy recommendations for the key priority areas of CGSs, focusing on legal and regulatory setup, corporate governance, services offered, risk management, and monitoring.
Author : Doris Köhn
Publisher : Springer
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 21,71 MB
Release : 2011-12-08
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 3642050875
Environmental finance, particularly energy efficiency and renewable energy (EERE) finance, can and should serve as an interface to other sub-sectors of financial sector promotion such as microfinance, housing finance or agricultural finance. For example, existing clients of financial institutions include small and medium-sized enterprises and households, and these are often suffering from high energy prices or have no access to sustainable energy supply. At the same time, these clients are vulnerable to extreme weather events, and often hit hardest by the impact of climate change. There are many other examples which show that the financial sector has an enormous potential to support “green” investments. In order to tap this potential on a sustainable basis, it is important to have a sound understanding which role financial institutions can and should play. This book provides a blend of well-founded professional and scientific perspectives on the potential of Environmental finance in developing and transition countries.
Author : Ariwa, Ezendu
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 28,65 MB
Release : 2014-02-28
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1466651679
In the age of corporate responsibility, green technology and sustainability continue to grip the consciousness of business and academic institutions. However, development of appropriate business-driven green applications requires an awareness of best practices of the green agenda. Green Technology Applications for Enterprise and Academic Innovation addresses the importance of green technology and sustainability for technology, enterprise, and academic innovation in energy management, renewable energy, and carbon reduction strategies. This book acts as the bridge for practitioners, academia, businesses, industrialists, governmental executives, and students seeking research in this emerging area.
Author : Woldie, Atsede
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 42,91 MB
Release : 2017-07-13
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 152252701X
Entrepreneurial endeavors are a pivotal driving force behind the modern business sector. These enterprises play a significant role in the development and sustainability of a nation’s economy. Financial Entrepreneurship for Economic Growth in Emerging Nations is an innovative reference source for the latest scholarly research on strategies and techniques for financing small and medium-sized enterprises in the context of developing nations. Including a range of pertinent topics such as microinsurance, risk management, and advertising, this book is ideal for managers, academics, professionals, graduate students, and practitioners interested in the dynamics of financial entrepreneurship.
Author : Farhad Taghizadeh-hesary
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 425 pages
File Size : 36,74 MB
Release : 2021-08-03
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 981123583X
Successful startups and small businesses can play a significant role in economic growth and job creation. They also contribute to economic dynamism by spurring innovation and injecting competition. Startups are known to introduce new products and services that can create new value in the economy. It is notable that most startups exit within their first ten years, and most surviving young businesses do not grow but remain small. Startups and small businesses face several obstacles to their development. Accessing capital is a crucial constraint on their growth. Most startups and small businesses have difficulties getting the funds they need because of their lack of a performance track record and lack of collateral, making it difficult for lenders or investors to assess their risk. Besides, they are in the early stages of development and face a very high possibility of failure, which significantly raises financing and investment risk.Investment in Startups and Small Business Financing provides 12 thematic and case studies on new methods for bringing private investment (loans or equity) to startups and easing small businesses' access to finance (debt and capital). The contributors are senior-level policy experts and researchers from governments, think tanks, academia, and international organizations. The chapters are authored in a policy-oriented way to be understandable for the readers with a different background. This book is a precious source for the governments for adopting the right policies to develop small businesses and startups and valuable for the researchers in economics, business, and finance.
