"Redefining Management: The Manager/Leader-Relevant Stakeholder Paradigm presents a groundbreaking shift in management philosophy, theory, and practice, introducing the innovative concept of the manager/leader-relevant stakeholder. This paradigm challenges the traditional manager-subordinate...

"This book contributes to the emerging global discourse on sustainable entrepreneurship by highlighting its transformative potential to harmonize economic growth with environmental sustainability. It emphasizes the role of innovative, sustainability-driven entrepreneurs in reshaping production...

The circular economy (CE) is increasingly recognized as a financially material dimension of corporate sustainability, complementing and in some respects surpassing traditional Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) metrics. Building on prior evidence of a negative relationship between...

Urbanisation has increased the need for sustainable urban development by positioning smart cities as critical frameworks for addressing environmental, economic, and social challenges. This study evaluates the sustainability strategies of three leading smart cities Zurich, Oslo, and Copenhagen by...

Addressing the intertwined challenges of economic growth and environmental sustainability is essential to mitigate the worsening impacts of climate change in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Promoting clean energy adoption and understanding the role of globalization have been identified as critical...

Industry 4.0 has revolutionized modern urbanization and smart cities. However, the relationship between Industry 4.0 technology advances such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and their impact on the earth, environment, people, and biological ecosystems needs further consideration, particularly...

Espera-se que a Ferrovia Leste-Oeste desempenhe um papel fundamental na otimização do transporte de grãos no Brasil, contribuindo para a disponibilidade e acessibilidade de alimentos globalmente e para a competitividade das exportações brasileiras. A Ferrovia Leste-Oeste (também conhecida...

This study examines the sustainability and healthiness of Ghana's current dietary patterns and explores pathways for promoting sustainable healthy diets through agrifood policy interventions. Using secondary data from the Food and Agriculture Organization's Statistics, Ghana Statistical Service,...

After three difficult years, a new phase of mining-led growth that began in late 2022 has helped Mongolia emerge from a period of acute macroeconomic imbalances. Despite improvements in fiscal and macroeconomic outcomes, some vulnerabilities persist. Mongolia has experienced repeated boom-bust...

Recognizing the global potential of the seaweed sector, the World Bank published the "Global Seaweed New and Emerging Markets Report 2023". Building on this foundation, this market study aims to provide valuable insights into Tanzania's seaweed sector and outline pathways for the country to...

GovTech can revolutionize how governments provide services, engage with citizens, and manage resources. However, it is important to address the implications of these technological advancements on climate change. Governments must proactively consider the environmental impacts of their technology...

This report, Enhancing Aquaculture Sustainability with Innovations in Ecofriendly Aquafeeds, brings together a set of case studies and analyses designed to enable World Bank task team leaders (TTLs) and client teams explore how sustainable, ecofriendly aquafeeds-particularly those incorporating...

Research Problem: Despite growing recognition that digital transformation strategies affect economic coordination, no study has empirically tested whether different national digital development models create systematically different transaction cost environments, particularly in emerging...

Current consumption patterns in the Global North are unsustainable across environmental, social, and economic dimensions. To promote more sustainable consumer behavior, emotional priming on social media has become an increasingly popular tool. In this paper, we mimic social media content to test...

This study analyses the association between business sustainability and implementing Industry 4.0 through collaborative work and open innovation with stakeholders in medium and large companies in an emerging economy. The information was obtained from a sample of 165 executives from the same...

Moving beyond Gross Domestic Product (GDP) as the sole measure of economic performance is increasingly critical for addressing the complex challenges of sustainable development. The Inclusive Wealth Index (IWI) offers a more comprehensive framework for assessing long-term sustainability by...

Electric vehicles (EVs) are transforming the transportation landscape through rapid technological advancements and a growing focus on sustainability. This review offers a structured, multi-dimensional synthesis of the EV ecosystem, examining its historical evolution, core technologies, market...

Policy formulation that fosters development while safeguarding the environment necessitates an understanding of the interplay between environmental sustainability and economic advancement. In numerous cases, economic development is associated with increased carbon emissions, heightened energy...

This article offers a fresh perspective on the existing literature in the areas such agriculture, renewable energy, applied technology, economics, and environment (climate change). The objective of this study is to comparatively evaluate the Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE) of a solar...

This study addresses the pressing challenge of transitioning to a low-carbon economy in BRICS nations by investigating the role of green finance policies in enhancing energy efficiency and driving sustainable economic growth. The primary objective is to evaluate the effectiveness of green credit...

Growing geopolitical risks (GPR) and tensions affecting economic performance can significantly influence sustainable development outcomes. However, previous studies do not address whether GPR hinders sustainable development, assessed through a unique sustainable development metric, the load...

Women entrepreneurs play a vital role in sustainable entrepreneurship by balancing societal, ecological, and economic sustainability. Building upon an emerging economy context, this study examines the effect of selected factors on sustainable entrepreneurship in the context of women...