This book studies smart green innovation through the prism of social entrepreneurship as a driver for sustainable development and the development of an environmental economy. It systematizes and analyzes the modern challenges of the environmental economy: climate change and environmental pollution. The tendencies and scenarios for the environmental economy are considered in the context of implementing the Sustainable Development Goals. Globalization and international trade are also considered factors in the sustainable development of the environmental economy.The book hones in on the international experience of ecological responsibility and fighting climate change through social entrepreneurship. The contribution of corporate responsibility in the fight against climate change is determined, and state regulation of corporate responsibility in the resource-based economies of developing countries is considered. The market mechanisms for stimulating the fight against climate change through social entrepreneurship in countries with developed environmental economies are also considered. The advantages of digitalization for fighting climate change through social entrepreneurship are offered.The book also reflects on the possibilities for the sustainable development of the environmental economy based on climate-smart innovation in social entrepreneurship. It presents a model of climate-smart enterprise and substantiates its advantages for corporate responsibility and sustainable development. The key climate-smart innovations in social entrepreneurship for sustainable development of the environmental economy—robots big data, AI, blockchain, and green finance—are determined. The book also develops policy recommendations to support climate-smart innovation in social entrepreneurship.

This volume discusses the seminal interface between social entrepreneurship and sustainable development along with their inter-linkages. It traces the role of social entrepreneurship and innovations in societal transformation in creating sustainable societies, especially in developing nations. It explores how social entrepreneurship and enterprise is integral to the promise of fostering opportunities for socially disadvantaged groups (including the poor, women, and young people), as well as in addressing environmental and ecological issues apart from wealth creation. The book presents key concepts, case studies, and multiple innovative models involving social entrepreneurship, such as green financing, serial social entrepreneurship, sustainable livelihood creation, and well-being, in addition to highlighting global sustainable development goals of the United Nations. The chapters are organised under the broad themes of sustainability of the organisation, sustainability of the community, sustainability of the development, and sustainability of the community–organisation interface. They examine social change, social innovation, social enterprise, small and micro-enterprises, microfinance institutions, inclusive growth, education, productivity, physical health, waste management, energy retention, self-reliance, and corporate social responsibility. They contain emerging research issues in the field as well as critical assessments while bringing together theoretical and practitioners’ perspectives. This book will be useful to scholars and researchers of development studies, social entrepreneurship, sustainable development, environmental studies, public policy, and political sociology. It will also greatly interest professionals from non-profit, corporate, and public sectors, other development practitioners, and international bodies.

This book is devoted to strengthening the theoretical and methodological basis, systematization of international experience, and scientific elaboration of prospects for developing a climate-smart economy and business as a vector of the sustainable development of Industry 4.0 in the Decade of Action. The first part of the book focuses on climate-responsible entrepreneurship in support of the sustainable development of Industry 4.0. The part systematizes best practices for climate-smart green innovations across sectors of the digital economy. The third part reveals the experience of climate risk management based on smart green innovations in regions and countries. Particular attention is paid to the best practices of the European Union (EU) and the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). The book ends with part four, which explores ESG climate risk management and green finance in support of combating climate change. The book’s novelty is that it rethinks the environmental footprints of Industry 4.0 from the perspective of climate risks and their management. The theoretical significance of the book lies in the formation of an innovative concept of climate change risk management, in which the economy, society, nature, and technology are presented and interact effectively. The book is intended for scientists. In this book, they will find an innovative and systemic vision of smart green innovations in Industry 4.0 for climate change risk management.

In the wake of increasing consumer and stakeholder concerns regarding environmental and social issues, and the vulnerabilities exposed by the COVID-19 pandemic, sustainable marketing has emerged as a critical aspect of modern business strategies. Sustainable Marketing, Branding, and Reputation Management: Strategies for a Greener Future provides a comprehensive and timely exploration of the key concepts, trends, and challenges in sustainable marketing within today's dynamic business environment. This book delivers an extensive overview of sustainable marketing, covering a diverse range of topics. It delves into the role of sustainable marketing in addressing environmental and social concerns, examines its impact on consumer behavior and brand loyalty, and showcases best practices for integrating sustainability into marketing strategies and tactics. Additionally, it explores the challenges and opportunities associated with implementing sustainable marketing across various industries, investigates the influence of digital technologies on sustainable marketing, and explores the future of sustainable marketing in the post-COVID-19 era. Targeting marketing professionals, business leaders, marketing students and educators, and individuals interested in advancing sustainable business practices, this book serves as an invaluable resource. It offers insights into the role of marketing in creating a more environmentally friendly future and equips readers with the latest strategies and best practices for promoting sustainability through marketing.

In today's rapidly evolving economic landscape, business incubation has become a pivotal mechanism for fostering entrepreneurship and driving innovation. By offering essential resources, mentorship, and networks, incubators transform promising ideas into thriving enterprises. This dynamic ecosystem not only nurtures early-stage ventures but also significantly shapes broader economic and social progress. Understanding the impact of business incubation is key to appreciating how entrepreneurship fuels global development and innovation. Promoting Entrepreneurship and Innovation Through Business Incubation provides a comprehensive exploration of this influential ecosystem. This volume delves into the evolution of incubation models and examines their application across diverse sectors like technology, biotech, and social entrepreneurship. These chapters explore how incubators act as catalysts for growth, innovation, and collaboration as well as highlight their contribution to sustainable development. This insightful resource is essential for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners aiming to grasp the critical role of incubators in fostering innovation and driving economic transformation.

Climate Change, Community Response, and Resilience: Insight for Socio-Ecological Sustainability, Volume Six presents a fundamental theoretical framework for understanding how community resilience and risk assessment affect climate change adaptation behavior. This framework is based on a 26-chapter theoretical and empirical examination that includes pioneer projects from various regions that illustrate the relationship between theory and practice, reflect a paradigm shift in climate change, community response, and resilience, and focus on these important aspects from a sectoral perspective. Climate change, ecological consequences and resilience are then discussed in the final section. Members of the Royal Meteorological Society are eligible for a 35% discount on all Developments in Weather and Climate Science series titles. See the RMetS member dashboard for the discount code. - Provides insights into the impact of community resilience and risk assessment on climate change adaptation behavior - Examines several case studies in which local communities have used innovative methods to address climate threats - Assesses the vulnerability of households and agroecosystems to climate change and environmental degradation