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Abstract: While many rural areas continue to experience depopulation and economic declfacing rapid in-migration, as well as employment and income growth. Much of this growth is due to the presence and use of amenity resources, broadly defined as qualities of a region that make it an attractive place to live and work. Rather than extracting natural resources for external markets, these communities have begun to build economies based on promoting environmental quality.

Abstract: Technological change plays a crucial role in analizing energy efficency improvements and, therefore, in ameliorating the conflict between economic growth and environmental quality. However, the diffusion of new technologies can prove a costly and lengthy process, meaning that many firms do not invest in best-practice technologies. The author offers important new explanations for this energy-efficiency paradox.

Abstract: The authors examine the role stakeholders play in influencing regulations on global issues such as climate change and national and regional problems. Stakeholder selection of companies and the sustainability issues they choose to target are explored, as are the ways in wich organizations motivate them to partecipate in the evolution of holistic sustainable solutions.

Abstract: Molti aspetti del nostro quotidiano di consumatori che oggi diamo per scontati sono in realtà frutto di un lungo processo storico compiutosi nel "secolo breve". Un processo che questo libro intelligente e spiritoso affronta da un'angolazione che sarebbe piaciuta a Georges Perec: le cose. Una magistrale storia intrecciata dell' Europa e dell 'America all'epoca dell'avvento della società dei consumi.

Abstract: Cost-benefit analysis (CBA) is around 70 years old if we date its first practical application to water resources developments in the USA in the 1930s. The theory of CBA is much older and its origins can be more precisely set in the 1840s with the writings of the French engineer and economist Jules Dupuit.

Abstract: Using a multidisciplinary approach that draws on their in-depth experience in the field of energy, environment, and economics, the authors develop a comprehensive analytical framework. They applay their methodology to four detailed studies of Sri Lanka's energy sector, wich illustrate how to address key energy and environmental policy issues found in many developing counties today. Supplementary case ezamples are presented which also draw on many other countries in Asia and Africa.

Abstract: How can the poorer countries of the world be helped themselves trough freer, fairer trade? In this challenging and controversial book, Nobel prize-winning economist Stiglitz and his co-author Charlton present a radical new economic model, designed to open up markets in a way that will allow them to flourish.

Abstract: This book explores the challenges and potential of Fair Trade, one of the world's most dynamic efforts to enhance global social justice and sustainability through market-based social change.

Abstract: Fair Trade is at a crucial moment in its evolution from alternative trading mechanism to mainstream economic model. The strategic future of Fair Trade is put under careful scrutiny in this timely and thoughtful book. This book will interest advanced undergraduate, postgraduate and MBA students taking courses on business ethics, retail, marketing management ang development economics.

Abstract: This reader brings together fourteen of the most important articles on microfinance to have been published since 1990. These contributions illustrate the major developments in microfinance during the period and, together with the editor's introductory analysis, provide an invaluable overview of the field.

Abstract: Microfinance is a powerfull tool for alleviating poverty, enabling poor people to earn a living and take control of their lives. This book provides material and detailed step-by-step guides for twenty-two sessions, including case studies, quantitative exercises and field trips. The sessions cover topics such as sustainability, interest rates, the choice of delivery methodologies and institutiona, impact assessment and delinquency management.

Abstract: Fair trade is an issue that touches every one of us, even if we are not aware of it. This book will help you to understand trade, why it is sometimes unfair and what can be done about it. Find out all about the globalization of trade, see how the purchase of everyday items affects people all over the world, and discover how fair trade can help to alleviate poverty.

Abstract: Musica etnica contemporanea

Abstract: Musica etnica