A. Vinodan - Böcker

This book explores the critical role of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in advancing global sustainability. It provides a comprehensive yet accessible guide to navigating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) compliance, breaking down the complexities of ESG standards into practical applications that are relevant to MSMEs. The book is structured to blend theoretical insights with real-world case studies, offering a hands-on approach to understanding ESG’s impact on small businesses worldwide. It delivers practical insights and actionable strategies tailored to MSMEs, helping readers understand how ESG compliance can lead to significant business benefits such as enhanced reputation, competitive advantage, and long-term growth. Through case studies and practical advice, it highlights the unique challenges MSMEs face, such as limited resources and regulatory hurdles, while showcasing opportunities for innovation and sustainable development. The book offers a clear path to integrating ESG principles into business operations, providing MSMEs with the tools to drive sustainable change at the grassroots level. This book is essential reading for business owners, policymakers, sustainability practitioners, academics, and anyone interested in the intersection of small business and global sustainability. It is particularly relevant for those working with MSMEs in emerging markets and developing economies.

Throughout the world, local, natural wonders are being overrun by hordes of destination seekers intent on capturing nature's majesty. Though the flood of tourists brings economic stability to these regions, the environmental and local community concerns must be taken into consideration.Ecotourism and Community Intervention: Emerging Research and Opportunities examines community intervention strategies and their causal relationship with destination sustainability and destination quality. The book calls for more proactive measures to enhance destination sustainability through ecotourism initiatives in destinations across the globe. The content within this publication examines global business, mass tourism, and resource management. It is designed for conservationists, environmentalists, tour developers, travel agents, policymakers, administrators, managers, and university students.

The implementation of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs or SDGs) is often discussed in terms of governmental policy or the contributions by global, multinational organisations, but what role does the informal economy have to play in SDG implementation?The chapters collected here by a range of scholars explore this question in detail; exploring the ideas, interventions and challenges faced by the informal sector in contributing to the SDGs. With a wide range of chapters encompassing diverse topics such as food security, financial inclusion, waste management, gender disparity, and the impact of digital transformation, Informal Economy and Sustainable Development Goals offers a comprehensive exploration of the informal sector's role in various contexts and its potential for contributing to sustainable development.By examining case studies and presenting empirical evidence based on both qualitative and quantitative assessment, the contributors shed light on the challenges faced by informal workers and the interventions needed to address these challenges. Informal Economy and Sustainable Development Goals appeals to a range of readers such as researchers, policymakers, and practitioners seeking to understand and address the complex dynamics of informal economies and their alignment with sustainable development goals.

This textbook offers a comprehensive and holistic exploration of sustainable tourism, catering to both undergraduate and postgraduate students. The book stands out by combining foundational theories with advanced practical applications, covering a wide range of contemporary and relevant issues in sustainable tourism.The book addresses all key pillars of sustainability in tourism — environmental, economic, and social dimensions. Its scope goes beyond traditional eco-tourism to include topics such as cultural preservation, community engagement, responsible business practices, technological innovations, and policy frameworks. Special attention is given to sustainable tourism's role in India and the Global South, which is often underrepresented in existing texts. It also integrates global case studies and examples that illustrate the successful implementation of sustainability practices in diverse geographical and cultural contexts. The content is structured into five units, each designed to offer a seamless balance between theoretical principles and practical, real-world applications. Each chapter is thoughtfully organized to guide the reader through both historical discourses and contemporary debates in sustainable tourism, with sections dedicated to emerging trends like smart tourism and the use of technology in sustainability efforts. The book provides a strong grounding in core principles while also addressing the latest industry challenges, making it suitable for students, academics, and practitioners.