The Natural Advantage of Nations: Business Opportunities, Innovations and Governance in the 21st CenturyMichael Harrison Smith Earthscan, 2013 - 576 pages This book is more than just a 'palliative care' guide for the planet - it is about innovation, solutions, competitiveness and profitability. At work, at home and as members of society, our generation has an opportunity - to be part of the obligation - and an exciting solution in restoring the balance. The authors present a bold vision for the future and demonstrate how we can get there, drawing on lessons of competitive advantage theory and the latest in sustainability, economics, innovation, business and governance theory and practice. The result is nothing less than the most authoritative and comprehensive guide to date, to building the new ecologically sustainable economy. For further information about The Natural Edge Project and to view the book's online companion, visit www.naturaledgeproject.net. |
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... regulations 121 Can market based mechanisms be designed to assist firms to achieve competitive advantage ? 121 Can regulation be designed to assist firms to achieve competitive advantage ? 122 Raising the bar : independent certification ...
... regulations 121 Can market based mechanisms be designed to assist firms to achieve competitive advantage ? 121 Can regulation be designed to assist firms to achieve competitive advantage ? 122 Raising the bar : independent certification ...
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... regulation be designed to improve competitiveness? 200 Effective economic measures to complement either voluntary or regulatory approaches 202 Natural resources 205 Government–industry partnerships to improve innovation From clusters to ...
... regulation be designed to improve competitiveness? 200 Effective economic measures to complement either voluntary or regulatory approaches 202 Natural resources 205 Government–industry partnerships to improve innovation From clusters to ...
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... regulation , private regulation and civil regulation 11.8 Key characteristics and indicators of effectiveness of voluntary agreements 11.9 Key characteristics and indicators of effectiveness for assessing voluntary agreements extended ...
... regulation , private regulation and civil regulation 11.8 Key characteristics and indicators of effectiveness of voluntary agreements 11.9 Key characteristics and indicators of effectiveness for assessing voluntary agreements extended ...
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Contents
Introduction | 2 |
The Need for a New Paradigm | 6 |
Natural Advantage A Business Imperative | 72 |
Achieving a Natural Advantage of Nations | 169 |
Sustainable Cities The Challenge of the 21st Century | 299 |
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