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The contribution of environmental, social, and governance disclosure to a sustainable economy
- Korean Social Science Journal
- Abbr : KSSJ
- 2013, 40(1), pp.32-48
- DOI : 10.1007/s40483-013-0004-z
- Publisher : Korean Social Science Research Council
- Research Area : Social Science > Social Science in general
Fortune Gsnada 1, Collins C. Ngwakwe 1
1University of Limpopo
Accredited
ABSTRACT
This article discusses ways that environmental, social, and governance disclosure can promote transition to a sustainable economy by paving the way for better business operations. It presents a conceptual analysis and identifies how environmental,social, and governance disclosures actuate corporate sustainability and contribute to a sustainable economy. It also offers a sustainability framework for companies transitioning to a sustainable economy.
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