SUSTAINABILITY FOR BEGINNERS: Introduction and Business Prospects ebook

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This book provides a basic introduction to Sustainability & Sustainable Developments, integrated with current business models and future business prospects. In 10 chapters, the authors cover a wide array of topics comprehensively, in an accessible style of language that will appeal to the uninitiated. Many eye-catching self-illustrated artworks, coupled with in-depth analyses of numerous case studies, allow the reader to grasp the theoretical concepts with ease. Multiple-choice exercises at the end of every chapter (with answers provided) further aid readers in verifying their own understanding. Sustainability for Beginners hopes to encourage effective learning, improve abstract thinking, and culminate sustainable entrepreneurship among students and innovators.Contents:Preface Acknowledgements About the Authors Linear Economy and Its Constraints Introduction to Circular Economy Sustainability and Sustainable Development Sustainability Framework, Indicators and Assessment Sustainability Assessment? Case Studies Environmental, Social and Governance? Introduction ESG Practices with Case Studies Sustainable Business Models Sustainable Business? Case Study Sustainability? Opportunities and Prospects Answers to Exercises Indexhe book primarily targets undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in Business schools and related majors such as Economics, Environmental Science, Material Science, and Engineering. Emerging entrepreneurs, higher academics, industry professionals working in investment and financial sectors, as well as start-ups will also be interested.'With this introductory book, the authors have made a significant contribution to the topic of Sustainability. This book is a hub for sustainable engineering, business, strategy, and the future road map to the zero-carbon economy.' - Mohini Sain FRSCChair Professor in Sustainable Materials, University of Toronto, Canada'This is a rare example of a book that is comprehensive and detailed, while being accessible and understandable. It is timely and will serve as an excellent reference manual that explains the various factors that impact on the sustainability of the modern world. This is a great primer for those who are concerned about the environment, want to understand how everything fits together and to grasp what needs to be done. The book comes with useful questions at the end of each chapter that helps in ensuring the key points have been understood and it is nicely illustrated throughout with clear and helpful figures.' - Paul Hogg Emeritus Professor of Materials Engineering, Royal Holloway, University of London, UKKey Features:Explores current sustainability business models & prospects suitable for business school students and emerging entrepreneurs Multiple-choice questions provided at the end of every chapter, with answers at the end of the book More than 60 original and colourful illustrations Read More SUSTAINABILITY FOR BEGINNERS: Introduction and Business Prospects is written by Ramadoss Tamil Selvan; Seeram Ramakrishna and published by WSPC. ISBNs for SUSTAINABILITY FOR BEGINNERS are 9789811241956, 9811241953 and the print ISBNs are 9789811241932, 9811241937.

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This book provides a basic introduction to Sustainability & Sustainable Developments, integrated with current business models and future business prospects. In 10 chapters, the authors cover a wide array of topics comprehensively, in an accessible style of language that will appeal to the uninitiated. Many eye-catching self-illustrated artworks, coupled with in-depth analyses of numerous case studies, allow the reader to grasp the theoretical concepts with ease. Multiple-choice exercises at the end of every chapter (with answers provided) further aid readers in verifying their own understanding. Sustainability for Beginners hopes to encourage effective learning, improve abstract thinking, and culminate sustainable entrepreneurship among students and innovators.Contents:Preface Acknowledgements About the Authors Linear Economy and Its Constraints Introduction to Circular Economy Sustainability and Sustainable Development Sustainability Framework, Indicators and Assessment Sustainability Assessment? Case Studies Environmental, Social and Governance? Introduction ESG Practices with Case Studies Sustainable Business Models Sustainable Business? Case Study Sustainability? Opportunities and Prospects Answers to Exercises Indexhe book primarily targets undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in Business schools and related majors such as Economics, Environmental Science, Material Science, and Engineering. Emerging entrepreneurs, higher academics, industry professionals working in investment and financial sectors, as well as start-ups will also be interested.’With this introductory book, the authors have made a significant contribution to the topic of Sustainability. This book is a hub for sustainable engineering, business, strategy, and the future road map to the zero-carbon economy.’ – Mohini Sain FRSCChair Professor in Sustainable Materials, University of Toronto, Canada’This is a rare example of a book that is comprehensive and detailed, while being accessible and understandable. It is timely and will serve as an excellent reference manual that explains the various factors that impact on the sustainability of the modern world. This is a great primer for those who are concerned about the environment, want to understand how everything fits together and to grasp what needs to be done. The book comes with useful questions at the end of each chapter that helps in ensuring the key points have been understood and it is nicely illustrated throughout with clear and helpful figures.’ – Paul Hogg Emeritus Professor of Materials Engineering, Royal Holloway, University of London, UKKey Features:Explores current sustainability business models & prospects suitable for business school students and emerging entrepreneurs Multiple-choice questions provided at the end of every chapter, with answers at the end of the book More than 60 original and colourful illustrations Read More SUSTAINABILITY FOR BEGINNERS: Introduction and Business Prospects is written by Ramadoss Tamil Selvan; Seeram Ramakrishna and published by WSPC. ISBNs for SUSTAINABILITY FOR BEGINNERS are 9789811241956, 9811241953 and the print ISBNs are 9789811241932, 9811241937.