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Floating Aquaculture for Smallholders' Global Food Security

Introduction.-&amp;nbsp;Brief.-&amp;nbsp;Design.-&amp;nbsp;Application.-&amp;nbsp;Conclusion.-&amp;nbsp;Appendix.

The contributors to this collective volume engage with the ongoing debate on contractual freedom and autonomy in company law. While contractual freedom has long been regarded as a cornerstone of private law, its meaning and boundaries have become increasingly complex within the corporate sphere. Against the background of rapid organizational transformations and internationalized markets, the chapters explore how flexibility and legal certainty can coexist under the constraints of the numerus clausus system. Based on the discussions of the international conference held at the Faculty of Law, University of Lisbon (14-15 January 2025), the volume examines current developments in corporate governance, transparency, sustainability, and democracy. These reflections revolve around the overarching theme of control and its ethical and legal dimensions. By combining theoretical insights with comparative perspectives from various jurisdictions, the authors shed light on how contractual freedom can serve both efficiency and business ethics. Their analyses contribute to a clearer understanding of the interaction between corporate and contractual frameworks and pave the way toward a more coherent and responsible concept of autonomy in company law.

Ethical and Legal Perspectives on Freedom of Contract in Company Law

Shareholders' Agreements

This book examines policy interventions ranging from those related to finance and tenure to building materials and processes. Urbanization is growing in both developed and developing countries. The proportion of the world’s urban population is expected to increase to about 57% by 2050, and the share of Africa's urban population is project to increase to 60% by the same year. As a result of this phenomenal growth in urban population, urbanization and urban poverty have begun to dominate the development discourse again after years of focusing on rural development.
Housing is a crucial issue for the urban poor, who are often concentrated in informal settlements that often do not have sufficient access to infrastructure, health, and education services. The urban poor overwhelmingly lack land to build their own houses or access to financing that would allow them to purchase or build homes. Furthermore, housing provision has largely fallen to central governments, and policy has largely overlooked the capacity of the urban poor—as individuals and communities—to provide housing for themselves.
This book engages these challenges and assumptions, offering insight into political, economic, environmental, and financial frameworks that can help facilitate adequate housing options. Drawing on examples from 14 case studies across sub-Saharan Africa, these contributions center the urban poor in initiatives to develop housing infrastructure, offering lessons for researchers and governments looking to address an ever-escalating housing crisis.

The proportion of the world’s urban population is expected to increase to about 57% by 2050, and the share of Africa's urban population is project to increase to 60% by the same year. As a result of this phenomenal growth in urban population, urbanization and urban poverty have begun to dominate the development discourse again after years of focusing on rural development. Housing is a crucial issue for the urban poor, who often lack land to build their own houses or access to financing that would allow them to purchase or build homes and are frequently concentrated in informal settlements with insufficient access to infrastructure, health, and education services. Furthermore, housing provision has largely fallen to central governments, and policy has largely overlooked the capacity of the urban poor—as individuals and communities—to provide housing for themselves.
 
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 This book engages these challenges and assumptions, offering insight into political, economic, environmental, and financial frameworks that can help facilitate adequate housing options. Drawing on examples from case studies across sub-Saharan Africa, these contributions center the urban poor in initiatives to develop housing infrastructure, offering lessons for researchers and governments looking to address an ever-escalating housing crisis.

Contemporary Models for Pro-Poor Housing in Urban Sub-Saharan Africa

This book studies one part of the Sundarbans, the largest and one of the most fragile mangrove ecosystems in the world. The study is placed in the context of highly topical international debates on biodiversity, climate change and economic transformation, in a region of South Asia that still faces immense population pressure and severe poverty. An analysis of existing and potential future policies sets the debate in a comparative international perspective that has relevance well beyond the confines of South Asia.
 
 While there have been a large number of studies on the socio-economic aspects of physical quality of life in the Sunderbans, there are very few perception studies except at a basic level. The current volume has two major aspects. The first part contains a detailed study of overall 
 demography and objective life condition
 which includes (a) quality and ownership of private goods – equipment and machinery, livestock, house, land, consumer goods; (b) quality of public goods and amenities and their accessibility; (c) objective measures of relatively abstract factors related to social, political and familial environment such as quality of governance, extent of gender equality, social inclusion, social harmony, security, law and order, family bondings; (d) financial assets and indebtedness; (e) income and expenditure; (f) natural and man-made calamity, and; (g) vulnerability related to points (d), (e) and (f) above.
 
 The second part comprises a detailed study of 
 subjective life satisfaction, and value systems and priorities
 . The former refers to 
 people’s perception
 regarding the various facets of their 
 personal life
 - economic situation, standard of living, family and friends, work life and environment as also their 
 perception about the well-being of the community
 . This refers to the overall social, business, and political environment such as social and help network, social inclusion, communal harmony, participation in civic and social activities, job opportunities and employment generation, government developmental project initiatives, disaster management initiatives, law and order etc. 
 Value systems and priorities
 refer to individual rankings of the factors considered as necessary for personal happiness and for a happy society. It also includes their preferred rankings of government developmental initiatives and views regarding effectiveness and impact of such initiatives.&nbsp;

Discusses a micro- and quantitative study of perception and value systems Covers a broad range of socio-economic aspects 
 Explores links between quality of life and vulnerability, both actual and perceived

Emerging Trends

Measuring Quality of Life and Human Vulnerability in the Sunderbans Region of India

"An engaging and thought-provoking read. 
 Purposeful Capitalism
 makes a compelling case that corporate profit is not the enemy of human progress. Blending economic history with vivid storytelling, Qian provides an insightful perspective on how business leaders can align strategy, competitive advantage, and sustainability to create value for both society and shareholders."
 
 —
 Cary Krosinsky
 , Lecturer at Yale University, US
 
 "A fascinating insider look at how companies combine business and ethics, 
 Purposeful Capitalism
 is an essential read for understanding our modern economy."&nbsp;
 
 —
 William Magnuson
 , best-selling author of 
 For Profit: A History of Corporations
 “
 Purposeful Capitalism
 offers a clear-eyed examination of how companies can create long-term value while addressing real societal needs. Through rigorous case studies and a practical framework, Qian shows that purpose and profitability are strongest when grounded in strategy and discipline. This is a thoughtful contribution for business leaders and investors navigating today’s complex environment.”
 
 —
 Matt Oppenheimer
 , Co-Founder and CEO at Remitly
 In today’s polarising world, businesses frequently face competing demands from across the political spectrum. Progressives are pushing companies to minimise environmental footprints and enhance diversity, equity and inclusion, while conservative activists are labelling those initiatives as “woke” and urging executives to focus solely on profit maximisation.&nbsp;
 How should corporate leaders navigate this volatile landscape? 
 Purposeful Capitalism
 charts a path forward, centred on the idea of profitable problem-solving. Drawing on lessons from fourteen well-known companies across industries and countries, this book argues that businesses must promote human progress by tackling societal challenges. This requires harnessing the best elements of capitalism, including the ability to attract investment and motivate people through financial rewards. Profit, when it stems from value-creating activities rather than a myopic obsession with financial engineering, should be celebrated, not vilified.&nbsp;
 Engaging and insightful, the book introduces a new framework — the Sustainability Flywheel — which explores how strategy, business models, and sustainability factors interact to create financial value. It shows that good intentions don’t guarantee commercial success. Instead, business leaders must focus on material issues aligned with their strategy and competitive advantage. The result is a more nuanced perspective that moves beyond dogmatic debates about sustainability and capitalism.
 Offering practical guidance for business leaders and investors, 
 Purposeful Capitalism
 is vital reading for anyone interested in improving our economic system and building a flourishing society.
 Lee Qian
 is the co-portfolio manager of Baillie Gifford’s Positive Change Strategy, a global equity strategy that aims to generate attractive investment returns and contribute towards a more sustainable, healthy and inclusive world. In his role, he conducts fundamental analyses of companies, selects investments for client portfolios, and engages with executives and board members of portfolio companies on strategic, capital allocation, and sustainability topics. His experience with the Positive Change Strategy gives him unique insights into how businesses can deliver both profits and positive societal impact. Lee also holds a first-class degree in Economics and Management from Oxford University.

In today’s polarising world, businesses frequently face competing demands from across the political spectrum. Progressives are pushing companies to minimise environmental footprints and enhance diversity, equity and inclusion, while conservative activists are labelling those initiatives as “woke” and urging executives to focus solely on profit maximisation.&nbsp;
 How should corporate leaders navigate this volatile landscape? 
 Purposeful Capitalism
 charts a path forward, centred on the idea of profitable problem-solving. Drawing on lessons from fourteen well-known companies across industries and countries, this book argues that businesses must promote human progress by tackling societal challenges. This requires harnessing the best elements of capitalism, including the ability to attract investment and motivate people through financial rewards. Profit, when it stems from value-creating activities rather than a myopic obsession with financial engineering, should be celebrated, not vilified.&nbsp;
 Engaging and insightful, the book introduces a new framework — the Sustainability Flywheel — which explores how strategy, business models, and sustainability factors interact to create financial value. It shows that good intentions don’t guarantee commercial success. Instead, business leaders must focus on material issues aligned with their strategy and competitive advantage. The result is a more nuanced perspective that moves beyond dogmatic debates about sustainability and capitalism.
 Offering practical guidance for business leaders and investors, 
 Purposeful Capitalism
 is vital reading for anyone interested in improving our economic system and building a flourishing society.

Fourteen Remarkable Companies and What They Teach Us About Ethics and Profit

Purposeful Capitalism

This book addresses the various challenges that arose during the two periods of Indonesian President Jokowi's administration. These included the global economic crisis, increasingly complex geopolitical dynamics, such as competition between major powers, the Covid-19 pandemic and its ramifications for Indonesia, as well as issues of border disputes, human trafficking, and the situation in Palestine. Addressing these challenges necessitates a forward-thinking Indonesian foreign policy strategy. As the 2024 General Election has taken place and President Jokowi's term came to an end, this book presents a timely and comprehensive discussion on Indonesian foreign policy and diplomacy and its associated challenges—those of the past, and those now facing the current administration. Relevant to Indonesian and international political scientists and social scientists, this interdisciplinary book—which includes perspectives from both scholars and practitioners—confronts Jokowi's policies relating to the economy, territorial, migration, religion, and all aspects of Indonesian society, in the context of the former government.

This book addresses the various challenges that arose during the two periods of Indonesian President Jokowi's administration. These included the global economic crisis, increasingly complex geopolitical dynamics, such as competition between major powers, the Covid-19 pandemic and its ramifications for Indonesia, as well as issues of border disputes, human trafficking, and the situation in Palestine. Addressing these challenges necessitates a forward-thinking Indonesian foreign policy strategy. As the 2024 General Election has taken place and President Jokowi's term came to an end, this book presents a timely and comprehensive discussion on Indonesian foreign policy and diplomacy and its associated challenges—those of the past, and those now facing the current administration. Relevant to Indonesian and international political scientists and social scientists, this interdisciplinary book—which includes perspectives from both scholars and practitioners—confronts Jokowi's policies relating to the economy, territorial, migration, religion, and all aspects of Indonesian society, in the context of the former government.

Joko Widodo's Foreign Policy and Diplomatic Legacy

Helping business leaders understand what their sustainability priorities are, this book is an essential guide exploring what stalls company-wide environmental action and how to turn it around.
 
The science is clear. Businesses need to act. And while research shows CEOs and other leaders are on board with sustainability, what we see in reality is rising emissions and companies retracting their net-zero commitments. In order to solve grave environmental concerns related to non-renewable energy use, climate change and greenhouse gas emissions, leaders from all disciplines must collaborate to change company culture and develop long-term solutions.
 
Exploring the challenges of leading sustainability strategies and the regenerative business models needed to implement positive change, The Sustainability Playbook is driven by insights from global leaders and CEOs. Including essential guidance from CEOs at Chanel, IKEA, Microsoft and Patagonia Provisions to name a few, this book helps business leaders understand what their sustainability priorities are, what stalls global action and how businesses can turn it around.

The Leader’s Guide to Action

The Sustainability Playbook

Routledge Studies in Sustainable Development

Addressing the big questions to advance the debate on good governance for sustainable development, this book asks: what is governance for sustainable development? What makes governance 'good'? And what are the factors that inhibit good governance?With contributions from experts in Development Studies, Economics, Geography, Management, Environmental Science, Politics, and Public Policy, this interdisciplinary volume critically engages with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) whilst reflecting on the inherently political nature of good governance. Chapters draw on cases from a range of geographical contexts (local, national, supranational, and global) and diverse policy areas, including global environmental and labour governance, gender equality, decolonial governance in the Coral Triangle, supranational governance in the EU, and resource governance in the car industry. By doing so, this book provides an overview of the current challenges and possibilities for achieving good governance and sustainable development, and calls for a return to the critical spirit of the original concept of good governance, to reclaim it as the radical idea it was intended to be.This book will act as an insightful and valuable guide for academics, scholars, and students of Development Studies, Economics, Politics, Environmental Science, Geography, and Management, as well as policymakers and practitioners working in sustainable development.

Good Governance and Sustainable Development

Project Stakeholder Engagement provides concepts and frameworks that can help the reader gain insights into a project's stakeholders, and how to engage them. It also gives suggestions for how to identify and understand stakeholders, and how to create an engagement plan with communication and other activities.Readers will gain essential skills to drive project success by learning to systematically analyse stakeholders and develop targeted engagement strategies. The book delivers these benefits through research-based frameworks illustrated with real-world examples, mini-cases highlighting key concepts, and comprehensive case studies bridging theory and practice. Written primarily for undergraduate and postgraduate students in project management and business administration, this book is equally valuable for practising project managers, consultants, and executives seeking to enhance their stakeholder engagement skills. It's particularly relevant for courses in project management, project stakeholder engagement, and value creation.Supporting materials include PowerPoint slides summarizing key frameworks and an instructor's manual with teaching notes for case studies, facilitating effective classroom discussion and application of the book's principles.

Analysis, Involvement, and Communication

Project Stakeholder Engagement

Nachhaltigkeit darf sich nicht nur an kurzfristigen Erfolgen oder ausschließlich an finanziellen Ergebnissen orientieren, sondern muss zwangsläufig langfristige Ziele wie Stabilität, Resilienz und Flexibilität verfolgen. Dies gilt auch für die Berücksichtigung ökologischer und sozialer Aspekte und die Umsetzung entsprechender Maßnahmen. Dieses Buch will mit sachlichen und wissenschaftlich fundierten Argumenten sowie unter Berücksichtigung historischer und aktueller Entwicklungen in Wirtschaft und Politik einen Beitrag zur Diskussion um die wichtigen und drängenden Fragen der Nachhaltigkeit leisten. Die aus der Analyse skizzierten 16 Bausteine fassen wesentliche Aspekte und Herausforderungen der Transformation zusammen.Die zentralen Herausforderungen der Nachhaltigkeit wurden in der 2. Auflage noch pointierter und umfassender dargestellt, ebenso die Aufweichung nachhaltigkeitsbezogener EU-Regulierungen (z. B. Berichtspflichten, Lieferkettengesetze, Emissionshandel, Grenzausgleichsmechanismus). Angesichts des weltweiten Rückgangs demokratischer Strukturen und der Ausbreitung autokratischer Machtpolitik wird die politische Dimension tiefgreifend analysiert.Der Inhalt<ul><li>Freiwillig nachhaltig oder hilft nur Druck?</li><li>Was bringen Klimaschutzabkommen und CO₂-Bepreisung?</li><li>Machen Lieferkettengesetze die Welt wirklich besser?</li><li>Ressourcenknappheit und Kreislaufwirtschaft</li><li>Wirtschaftswachstum – Wahn oder Wirklichkeit?</li><li>Wieviel ist genug? Können wir verzichten?</li><li>Wesentliche Bausteine für eine funktionierende nachhaltige Transformation</li></ul>Der Autor Prof. Dr. Ronald Bogaschewsky
 ist Inhaber des Lehrstuhls für BWL und Industriebetriebslehre an der Universität Würzburg. Seine Forschungsschwerpunkte liegen in den Bereichen Einkauf, Supply Chain Management sowie der ökonomisch-ökologisch-sozialen Nachhaltigkeit und Globalisierung.

Nachhaltigkeit darf sich nicht nur an kurzfristigen Erfolgen oder ausschließlich an finanziellen Ergebnissen orientieren, sondern muss zwangsläufig langfristige Ziele wie Stabilität, Resilienz und Flexibilität verfolgen. Dies gilt auch für die Berücksichtigung ökologischer und sozialer Aspekte und die Umsetzung entsprechender Maßnahmen. Dieses Buch will mit sachlichen und wissenschaftlich fundierten Argumenten sowie unter Berücksichtigung historischer und aktueller Entwicklungen in Wirtschaft und Politik einen Beitrag zur Diskussion um die wichtigen und drängenden Fragen der Nachhaltigkeit leisten. Die aus der Analyse skizzierten 16 Bausteine fassen wesentliche Aspekte und Herausforderungen der Transformation zusammen.Die zentralen Herausforderungen der Nachhaltigkeit wurden in der 2. Auflage noch pointierter und umfassender dargestellt, ebenso die Aufweichung nachhaltigkeitsbezogener EU-Regulierungen (z. B. Berichtspflichten, Lieferkettengesetze, Emissionshandel, Grenzausgleichsmechanismus). Angesichts des weltweiten Rückgangs demokratischer Strukturen und der Ausbreitung autokratischer Machtpolitik wird die politische Dimension tiefgreifend analysiert.&nbsp;

Nachhaltigkeit im Spannungsfeld von Wettbewerbsfähigkeit und Geopolitik

SustainAbility

Understand how circular economy principles reshape business strategy and practice. The Circular Economy by Suzanne Smit and Uthayasankar Sivarajah is a practical and theory-informed textbook for postgraduate and final-year undergraduate students studying Circular Economy, Sustainable Business and related business and management courses. Aligned with contemporary module outcomes, it addresses why circular economy thinking is essential for modern business and how organizations can embed sustainability across core functions. The textbook examines how businesses can plan, implement and manage circular transitions by integrating circular economy principles, metrics and decision-making frameworks into everyday business activity. Structured around four interrelated stages, it explores strategic planning, resource organization, leadership and control mechanisms that enable organizations to move from linear to circular models. Real-world examples from Ikea, the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, The Guararapes Group and Flying Tiger demonstrate how circular strategies are applied in practice across industries and regions. This textbook includes: - A four-part framework covering planning, organizing, leading and controlling circular economy initiatives - Clear explanations of circular economy theories, strategies and performance metrics - Application of circular principles to finance, operations, supply chain management and business storytelling - Real-world examples illustrating how organizations manage circular transitions &gt;Whether studying sustainable business or preparing for roles in strategy, operations or sustainability, this textbook equips students with the knowledge and practical insight needed to support and lead circular transformation in organizations.

Strategies and Principles for Responsible Businesses

The Circular Economy

Contemporary Management Practices

In an era defined by rapid technological advancement, socio-economic disruptions, and heightened awareness of sustainability, organizations and societies alike face an intricate web of challenges. This book brings together diverse scholarly perspectives that explore the human, environmental, and systemic aspects of development across sectors. The book explores critical issues such as workforce engagement, mental health, entrepreneurial barriers, climate change, healthcare transformation, event management, and the digital economy. It examines the impact of leadership and rewards on performance, as well as the role of English proficiency in multicultural workplaces, showcasing how human-centric and sustainable practices are transforming traditional organizational models. The book underscores the importance of aligning human resource strategies with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Triple Bottom Line (TBL) principles, and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks. It investigates how innovations in technology, policy, and organizational behaviour can address challenges in rural development, gender inclusion, ecological responsibility, and service delivery. Featuring empirical insights, case studies, and strategic frameworks, this resource offers a multidimensional perspective on turning contemporary challenges into opportunities for inclusive growth, resilience, and innovation. Part of the Contemporary Management Practices series, this book will be of interest to students and researchers of Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Organizational Studies and Business, Management and Marketing.

Reimagining Human Resources for Inclusive and Sustainable Development

SeaOasis

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