Achieving Net Zero: Challenges and Opportunities

Climate change is happening, and achieving net zero is one action to alleviate this. Net zero cannot be achieved by anyone, organization, or country acting alone, and a great number of actions need to be taken by individuals and organizations. This edited collection helps facilitate best practice that can be adopted on a global scale.

Format: Hardback
Length: 340 pages
Publication date: 06 September 2023
Publisher: Emerald Publishing Limited

Climate change is a widely acknowledged phenomenon that necessitates immediate action. One prominent approach is the pursuit of net zero, which involves reducing emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2) and other gases. However, achieving net zero is a collective endeavor that requires the collaboration of individuals, organizations, and even countries. It demands a multifaceted approach, tailored to specific contexts and organizational characteristics.

This edited collection, titled "Achieving Net Zero: Challenges and Opportunities," brings together experts from diverse fields to explore these challenges. Chapters cover a wide range of topics, including the roadmap to net zero, sustainability rhetoric, and case studies from countries like Angola and Mauritius. The book aims to provide valuable insights and best practices that can be adopted on a global scale, fostering sustainable development and mitigating the impacts of climate change.

In addition to the chapters on net zero, "Developments in Corporate Governance and Responsibility" offers the latest research on topical issues, conducted by international experts. The book provides practical insights and strategies for business managers, helping them navigate the complex landscape of corporate governance and sustainability.

Together, these two volumes provide a comprehensive and interdisciplinary understanding of the challenges and opportunities associated with achieving net zero and promoting sustainable development. They serve as valuable resources for researchers, policymakers, business professionals, and anyone interested in contributing to a more sustainable future.

Weight: 510g
Dimension: 160 x 238 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781837538034