Sustainability
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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