Essays about: "voluntary offsets"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 7 essays containing the words voluntary offsets.

  1. 1. Drivers of Engagement in Standardization and Relationship to Company Performance

    University essay from Blekinge Tekniska Högskola/Institutionen för industriell ekonomi

    Author : Alberto Gonzalez Escudero; Anton Khaplanov; [2022]
    Keywords : Standardization; company performance; voluntary consensus standards; participation in standardization; standardization participation intensity;

    Abstract : Background:Engagement in technical standardization – both through following standards, as well as through participation in the creation of new standards – is an important part of the business strategy of a technology company. Companies face decisions on whether to participate, and if so, how, where and to what extent. READ MORE

  3. 2. Driving forces and expectations for sustainability within the corporate sector

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Miljövetenskaplig utbildning

    Author : Jasmine Axelsson; Amelie Björkman; [2021]
    Keywords : Carbon offset; business strategy; driving forces; developmental barriers; future analysis; sustainability strategy; voluntary carbon market.; Earth and Environmental Sciences;

    Abstract : Climate change is a long-term challenge that requires urgent actions. An increased amount of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, causing changes in the climate system such as melting glaciers and extreme weather conditions, are correlated to economic growth. READ MORE

  4. 3. Environmental, social or economic sustainability: - what motivates companies to offset their emissions?

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Företagsekonomi

    Author : Moa Bergqvist; Charlotte Lindgren; [2014]
    Keywords : sustainability; tripple bottom line; emission offsetting;

    Abstract : Did you know that in 2008 the largest publicly listed companies in the world caused environmental damage for a total estimated cost of $2.15 trillion, accounting for 35% of total global environmental costs caused by human activity? Or did you know that three million people die every year because of outdoor pollution made by vehicles and factories? Most companies have some sort of environmental policy that aims to reduce waste and pollution, but there are few that aim to become a climate neutral business. READ MORE

  5. 4. VOLUNTARY CARBON OFFSETS: Estimating mean willingness to pay and exploring behavioral rationale behind voluntary contributions to carbon offsetting programs in Sweden

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för nationalekonomi

    Author : Camilla Sundberg; Jessica Bager; [2011]
    Keywords : voluntary carbon offsets; WTP; social image; dichotomous choice contingent valuation;

    Abstract : The negative effect of carbon dioxide emissions on the environment is a fact. Measures have to be taken in order to preserve the world for coming generations. The aviation sector is a main contributor to these emissions. READ MORE

  6. 5. Nature For Sale But Who s Buying? Biodiversity Banking in Malua, Sabah.

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Internationella miljöinstitutet

    Author : Melissa Chin; [2008]
    Keywords : Biodiversity; Earth and Environmental Sciences;

    Abstract : There is a growing shift in environmental management tools from the traditional command and control approach to market mechanisms where environmental goods and services are assigned market values to generate incentives for environmental protection. In November 2007, the Sabah state government announced a joint venture with New Forests Pty. Ltd. READ MORE