The Symbolism of the White Swan in Literature: Purity, Beauty, and Metamorphosis
Literature, Art, Generic research, EESL inspired Logo Abstract The white swan occupies a privileged symbolic position in Western and non-Western literary traditions. Associated with purity, beauty, fidelity, transcendence, and transformation, the swan has served as a powerful metaphor in myth, poetry, fairy tales, and modern philosophical discourse. This paper examines the symbolic meanings of the…
Greece’s Environmental Performance in the Context of Europe’s Environment 2025: a short insight
Executive Summary Greece’s performance within the key areas of environmental concern identified in Europe’s environment 2025 reflects a mixed but dynamic picture of progress, persistent challenges, and emerging risks. The country has demonstrated clear advancement in decarbonisation, renewable energy expansion, biodiversity protection, water quality and urban waste treatment. At the same time, implementation gaps, climate vulnerability, resource inefficiencies, unsustainable consumption…
Europe’s environment and climate: knowledge for resilience, prosperity and sustainability
EEA report 11/2025 29 Sept 2025, https://www.eea.europa.eu/en/europe-environment-2025/main-report The main report provides an integrated narrative, examining the central and vital role that the climate and natural environment play in ensuring health, resilience and prosperity for people, anchored in the EU’s vision for a sustainable Europe by 2050. Europe’s Environment 2025 is the seventh State of the Environment report published…
Human Rights Due Diligence in Integrated Social Auditing Standards: Conceptual Frameworks, Operational Mechanisms, and Alignment with EU CSDDD/CSRD Requirements
Abstract In recent decades, international frameworks and standards have converged on the concept of human rights due diligence (HRDD) as a central mechanism for responsible corporate behavior, particularly in global value chains characterized by complex, multi-tiered supplier relationships. This article examines how HRDD is articulated and operationalized within the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs) and…
Reassessing the Name of Greenland through Paleoclimatology and Historical Geography
Abstract Greenland is frequently cited as a paradigmatic example of misleading geographical nomenclature, given that more than 80% of its surface is currently covered by permanent ice. This apparent contradiction has often been attributed to deliberate exaggeration or strategic misrepresentation by early Norse explorers. However, an increasing body of peer-reviewed paleoclimatic, archaeological, and historical-geographical research…
The Role of the Environmental Officer in Achieving Sustainability Goals within a QMS Framework
In today’s business environment, sustainability is no longer a standalone initiative but an integral part of organizational strategy and performance. For companies operating under a Quality Management System (QMS), such as ISO 9001, the Environmental Officer plays a pivotal role in aligning environmental responsibility with operational excellence and continual improvement. Bridging Sustainability and Quality Management…
The SDG Wedding Cake: A Holistic Framework for Sustainable Development
The SDG Wedding Cake is a powerful visual and conceptual framework that illustrates how the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are interconnected and mutually dependent. Developed by the Stockholm Resilience Centre, the model reimagines the SDGs not as separate or competing priorities, but as layers of a single “wedding cake,” where each tier…
Good Climate News to End the Year
While 2025 delivered serious setbacks for global climate action, it also brought meaningful progress. Against a backdrop of rising emissions and insufficient national commitments, there were real advances worth recognizing — from a clean energy surge to technological breakthroughs and stronger international cooperation. Solar and wind power expanded rapidly enough to meet all new global…
Developing an ESG Policy in Small-Sized Organizations: A Structured, Stepwise Approach
Abstract Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations have become central to organizational sustainability, risk management, and long-term value creation. While large corporations often lead ESG implementation, small-sized organizations face distinct constraints, including limited resources, expertise, and formalized governance structures. This article proposes a structured, stepwise approach for small-sized organizations to develop and implement an ESG…
Why Holiday CSR Can Feel Performative
During the holiday season, many organizations intensify their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities. Donations, volunteering initiatives, and value-driven messaging become more visible. Yet, despite good intentions, these efforts are sometimes perceived by employees and clients as performative, pretentious, or disconnected from reality. From an ESG and SA8000 perspective, this reaction is not surprising. At the…
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