Climate Change and Social Responsibility / edited by Rubee Singh [and three others].

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Singh, Rubee, editor.

Series:

Developments in corporate governance and responsibility.

Developments in Corporate Governance and Responsibility Series

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Social responsibility of business.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (330 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Leeds, England : Emerald Publishing Limited, [2025]

Summary:

Climate Change and Social Responsibility explores the complex relationships between climate change and social responsibility, offering a unique blend of historical context, future perspectives, and innovative solutions.

Contents:

Cover

Climate Change and Social Responsibility

DEVELOPMENTS IN CORPORATE GOVERNANCE AND RESPONSIBILITY

CLIMATE CHANGE AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

Copyright

Contents

About the Editors

List of Contributors

Preface

Acknowledgements

About the Book

Part I. Climate Change

Shaping the Future of Work: A Review of Research on HR Strategies for Climate Change Mitigation and Social Impact

Abstract

1.1 Introduction

1.2 The UN SDGs Within the Context of HRM

1.3 Climate Change and Sustainable HRM

1.4 Social Impact of HRM

1.5 HR Strategies for Climate Change Mitigation and Social Impact

1.5.1 Training Initiatives

1.5.2 Eco-friendly Behaviour

1.5.3 Effective Work Techniques

1.5.4 Fostering Diversity and Inclusiveness

1.5.5 Standards of Ethical Labour Practices

1.6 Social Exchange Theory (SET)

1.7 Implication of Study

1.8 Conclusion, Limitation and Future Directions

References

Highlights of Circular Economy Actions in the Climate Change Policies: A Call for Action for Asia-Pacific Region

2.1 Introduction

2.2 Methodology

2.3 The Intersection of CE and Climate Change

2.3.1 How CE Contributes to Climate Change Mitigation

2.3.2 Fundamental Principles: Reduce, Reuse and Recycle

2.4 Current Climate Change Policies in the Asia-Pacific

2.4.1 Identification of Gaps in Current Policies Regarding CE Integration

2.5 Case Studies of CE Actions

2.5.1 Successful Implementations: Examples From Various Countries in the Region

2.5.1.1 China: E-Waste Recycling Programmes

2.5.1.2 Japan: Industrial Symbiosis Initiatives

2.5.1.3 India: Sustainable Agriculture Practices

2.5.2 Lessons Learnt: Key Takeaways From These Implementations

2.6 Challenges and Barriers

2.6.1 Economic: Financial Constraints and Investment Needs.

2.6.2 Social: Public Awareness and Behaviour Change

2.6.3 Political: Regulatory and Policy Support

2.6.4 Technological: Requirement of Innovation and Infrastructures

2.7 Policy Recommendations

2.7.1 Integrative Approaches: Strategies for Embedding CE in Climate Policies

2.7.2 Role of Regional Cooperation and Partnerships

2.7.3 Financial and Regulatory Incentives to Promote Circular Practices

2.8 Future Directions

2.8.1 Innovative Solutions: Emerging Technologies and Practices

2.8.2 Scaling Up: Strategies for Expanding Successful Models

2.8.3 Long-term Vision: Goals and Milestones for the Asia-Pacific Region

2.9 Conclusion

2.9.1 Call to Action: Urgency and Steps Forward for Policymakers and Stakeholders

Adoption of Circular Economy Strategies for Climate Change Mitigation: Insights From Key Sectors

3.1 Introduction

3.2 Literature Review

3.2.1 Circular Economy

3.2.2 Climate Change

3.3 CE Strategies Across Sectors to Mitigate Climate Change

3.3.1 Energy

3.3.2 Transportation

3.3.3 Buildings

3.3.4 Manufacturing and Construction Industry

3.3.5 Agriculture and Allied Sector

3.3.6 Waste Management

3.4 Research Methodology

3.5 Implications

3.6 Conclusion

Unmet Basic Needs in Venezuelan Migrants' Receptor Countries in Times of Climate Change

4.1 Introduction

4.2 Conceptualisation of the Migrant and the Refugee

4.2.1 What Is It to Be a Migrant?

4.2.2 What Is It to Be a Refugee?

4.2.3 Statistics of Venezuelan Migrants and Refugees

4.2.4 Typologies and Causes of Migrations

4.2.5 Unmet Basic Needs: Poverty

4.2.6 Unmet Basic Needs

4.2.7 Housing

4.2.8 Services

4.2.9 Economic Dependence

4.3 Regional Structure by Sectors

4.4 Sectoral Statistics for Each Country

4.4.1 NBI Liaison With Sectors.

4.5 Materials and Methods

4.6 Results

4.7 Discussion

4.8 Implications

4.8.1 Policies

4.8.2 Economic

4.8.3 Social

4.9 Conclusion and Future Scope

Leveraging Environmental Communication and ICT for Climate Change Mitigation: Human Capital Development in India

5.1 Introduction

5.1.1 Importance of Fostering Human Capital Responsibility for Climate Change

5.1.2 Role of Environmental Communication in Promoting Climate-Conscious Behaviours

5.1.3 Objective of the Paper

5.2 Literature Review

5.2.1 Summary of Relevant Literature on Human Capital and Climate Change

5.2.2 Review of Studies on the Impact of Environmental Communication on Climate Change Mitigation

5.2.3 Integrating Human Capital and Environmental Communication

5.2.4 Challenges and Opportunities

5.3 Methodology

5.3.1 Description of the Research Design and Methods

5.3.2 Explanation of How Data Were Collected and Analysed

5.3.2.1 Qualitative Data Collection

5.3.2.2 Quantitative Data Collection

5.3.2.3 Integration of Qualitative and Quantitative Data

5.3.3 Case Studies

5.3.4 Ethical Considerations

5.3.5 Limitations

5.4 Findings

5.5 Analysis of Case Studies Illustrating Successful Environmental Communication Strategies in India

5.5.1 Case Study 1: Digital Engagement in Noachar Village

5.5.1.1 Background

5.5.1.2 Objectives

5.5.1.3 Implementation

5.5.1.4 Results

5.5.1.5 Data and Analysis

5.5.1.6 Challenges and Lessons Learnt

5.5.2 Case Study 2: ENVIS Network in India

5.5.2.1 Background

5.5.2.2 Objectives

5.5.2.3 Implementation

5.5.2.4 Results

5.5.2.5 Data and Analysis

5.5.2.6 Challenges and Lessons Learnt

5.6 Discussion on the Importance of Human Capital in Climate Change Mitigation

5.6.1 Statistical Analysis of Survey Data.

5.7 Findings Justifying the Objectives of the Study

5.7.1 Objective 1: Raise Public Awareness About Cleanliness and Environmental Conservation

5.7.2 Objective 2: Encourage Community Participation in Cleanliness and River Rejuvenation Activities

5.7.3 Objective 3: Promote Sustainable Practices and Behaviours Among the Public

5.7.4 Objective 4: Mobilise Resources and Support for Large-Scale Environmental Initiatives

5.8 Implications

5.8.1 Academic Implications

5.8.2 Managerial Implications

5.9 Conclusion

Climate Change and Sustainability in the South Asian Region: Challenges and Issues

6.1 Introduction

6.2 Methodology

6.3 Climate Change in South Asia

6.3.1 Regional Climate Patterns

6.3.2 Impacts of Climate Change

6.3.3 Vulnerability and Exposure

6.4 Socio-Economic Challenges

6.4.1 Population and Urbanisation

6.4.2 Poverty and Inequality

6.4.3 Health Impacts

6.5 Environmental Challenges

6.5.1 Deforestation and Land Degradation

6.5.2 Water Scarcity and Quality

6.5.3 Biodiversity Loss

6.6 Integration of Sustainability Into Climate Change Actions

6.7 Sustainability Efforts and Policies

6.7.1 National Policies and Strategies

6.7.2 Regional Cooperation and Initiatives

6.7.3 International Support and Agreements

6.8 Adaptation and Mitigation Strategies

6.8.1 Adaptation Measures

6.8.2 Mitigation Efforts

6.9 Case Studies

6.10 Future Prospects and Challenges

6.10.1 Emerging Trends

6.10.2 Policy Recommendations

6.11 Conclusion

Harnessing Renewable Energy Sources: Inclusion of Net-Zero Industry for Climate Change Mitigation

7.1 Introduction

7.2 Literature Review

7.2.1 RERs for Achieving Net-Zero and Mitigating Climate Change

7.2.2 Hydropower

7.2.3 Solar Energy

7.2.4 Wind Energy.

7.2.5 Biomass

7.2.6 Geothermal

7.3 Research Methodology

7.4 Implications

7.5 Conclusion

Part II. Social Responsibility

Integrating Climate Change, Social Responsibility and Electronic Financial Inclusion: A Pathway to Sustainable Development

8.1 Introduction

8.2 Climate Change and Its Impacts

8.3 Social Responsibility: Definitions and Dimensions

8.4 EFI: A Modern Paradigm

8.5 Intersection of Climate Change and Social Responsibility

8.6 Role of EFI in Sustainable Development

8.7 Case Studies and Best Practices

8.8 Challenges and Barriers to Integration

8.9 Strategic Framework for Integration

8.10 Future Directions and Innovations

8.11 Conclusion

Exploring Human Social Responsibility for Promoting Climate Change: An Analysis of Developed and Developing Countries

9.1 Introduction

9.1.1 Background and Rationale

9.1.2 Research Objectives

9.2 Literature Review

9.2.1 Conceptual Framework of HSR and Climate Change

9.2.2 Role of Developed Countries in Climate Change Mitigation

9.2.3 Challenges Faced by Developing Countries in Addressing Climate Change

9.3 Methodology

9.3.1 Research Design

9.3.2 Data Collection Methods

9.4 Findings and Analysis

9.4.1 Comparison of Developed and Developing Countries' Efforts in Climate Change Mitigation

9.5 Discussion

9.5.1 Implications of Findings

9.6 Conclusion and Recommendations

9.6.1 Summary of Key Findings

9.6.2 Policy Recommendations

Climate Change Mitigation Strategies in Environmentally Sensitive Industries

10.1 Introduction

10.2 Understanding of Climate Change

10.2.1 Causes and Effects of Climate Change

10.3 Global Climate Action

10.4 Climate Change Mitigation Versus Climate Change Adaptations.

10.5 Need for Environmentally Sensitive Industries to Adopt Climate Change Mitigation.

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ISBN:

9781836624721

1836624727

OCLC:

1507700820