Voluntary Standard Systems: A Contribution to Sustainable Development

Schmitz-hoffmann, Carsten (Editor)/ Schmidt, Michael (Editor)/ Hansmann, Berthold (Editor)/ Palekhov, Dmitry (Editor)/ Smyth, David M. (Contributor)

ISBN 10: 3662512548 / ISBN 13: 9783662512548

Editore: Springer Verlag, 2016

reprint edition. 476 pages. 9.25x6.10x1.08 inches. In Stock. Codice articolo 3662512548

Riassunto:

Emerging to the forefront of sustainable production and consumption are a promising and rapidly evolving concept known as Voluntary Standard Systems (VSS). They encompass the three pillars of sustainability – social, environmental and economic aspects and consequently they can be considered as a tool, which makes sustainable development visible. Currently, they are becoming a significant element in international trade and in the promotion of sustainable development strategies, especially in the context of globalised markets and supply chains.

This volume provides a comprehensive overview of the current VSS concepts: from their nature and functioning, to the future outlook for their development. It places VSS in the broader context of global development issues and challenges, including development policy and international sustainability commitments, progress towards achieving ‘green economy’ and meeting climate protection targets. The volume contains also a representative selection of case studies which demonstrate their wide range of application in different sectors of the economy.

Dalla quarta di copertina:

Emerging to the forefront of sustainable production and consumption are a promising and rapidly evolving concept known as Voluntary Standard Systems (VSS). They encompass the three pillars of sustainability social, environmental and economic aspects, and consequently they can be considered as a tool, which makes sustainable development visible. Currently, they are becoming a significant element in international trade and in the promotion of sustainable development strategies, especially in the context of globalised markets and supply chains.

This volume provides a comprehensive overview of the current VSS concepts: from their nature and functioning, to the future outlook for their development. It places VSS in the broader context of global development issues and challenges, including development policy and international sustainability commitments, progress towards achieving green economy , and meeting climate protection targets. The volume contains also a representative selection of case studies which demonstrate their wide range of application in different sectors of the economy.

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Titolo: Voluntary Standard Systems: A Contribution ...
Casa editrice: Springer Verlag
Data di pubblicazione: 2016
Legatura: Paperback
Condizione: Brand New