Binding: Paperback
Description: Sustainability accounting and accountability is fundamental in the pursuit of low - carbon and less unsustainable societies. Highlighting that accounting organisations and economic systems are intertwined with sustainability the book discusses how sustainability accounting and accountability broaden the spectrum of information used in organisational decision - making and in evaluating organisational success. The authors show how sustainability accounting can prove to be transformative but only if critical questions are sufficiently addressed. This new and completely rewritten edition provides a comprehensive overview of sustainability accounting and accountability. Relevant global context and key concepts are outlined providing the reader with the conceptual resources to engage with the topic. Drawing on the most recent research and topical practical insights the book discusses a wide variety of sustainability accounting and accountability topics including management accounting and organisational decision - making sustainability reporting frameworks and practices as well as ESG - investments financial markets and risk management. The book also highlights the role accounting has with key sustainability issues through dedicated chapters on climate water biodiversity human rights and economic inequality. Each chapter is supplemented with practical examples and academic reading lists to allow in - depth engagement with the key questions. Sustainability Accounting and Accountability walks the reader through a spectrum of themes which are essential for all accountants and organisations. It helps the reader to understand why our traditional accounting techniques and systems are not sufficient for navigating the contemporary sustainability challenges our societies are facing. This key book will be an essential resource for undergraduate and postgraduate instructors and students as an entry point to sustainability accounting and accountability as well as being a vital book for researchers.
Title: Sustainability Accounting And Accountability
Author(s): Unerman Jeffrey (Royal Holloway University Of London Uk)
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Barcode: 9781032023106
Pages: 326 Pages, 12 Tables, Black And White; 9 Line Drawings, Black And White; 9 Illustrations, Black And
Publication Date: 7/21/2021
Category: Sales & Marketing Management