This book offers a comprehensive exploration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, showing how they can be harnessed to enhance organizational sustainability. In an era where ESG is gaining increasing recognition for its transformative potential, this work delves into the practical aspects of leveraging ESG to improve governance, bolster corporate image, build credibility, and foster reputation. It also unveils the exciting realm of new business opportunities, particularly in the domains of social and environmental responsibility.
What sets this book apart is its hands-on approach. Each chapter unfolds with compelling real-life case studies that draw readers into the dynamic world of ESG. As you progress through the pages, readers encounter thought-provoking questions and challenging case scenarios, inviting you to not just passively absorb information, but actively engage with the material. The readers are prompted to reflect on these cases, formulate questions, and even tackle proposed solutions, making readers' learning experience highly interactive and deeply insightful.
The main benefit readers will derive from this work is a panoramic understanding of ESG-from its theoretical underpinnings to its practical implementation. Beyond just providing knowledge, this book equips the reader with a toolkit of ESG management strategies that can be implemented in their own organizations.
Marcelo Jasmim Meiriño is a professor at Fluminense Federal University (UFF) in Brazil, specializing in the School of Engineering. He also holds positions as a professor in the Doctoral Program in Sustainable Management Systems (PPSIG UFF) and the Master Program on Management Systems (MSG UFF). Marcelo's academic journey includes a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, with a focus on Management, Production, Quality, and Sustainable Development. He is a versatile professional, being both an Architect and Urban Planner and holding a Master's degree in Civil Engineering, along with certification as an Occupational Safety Engineer. He is the coordinator at the Innovation Center and Technology for Sustainability (NITS / UFF) and is an expert in Sustainability and Energy Efficiency in Buildings. He is a respected member of the Social Responsibility Commission at the Brazilian Institute of Oil, Gas, and Biofuels (IBP). Additionally, he coordinates the National Congress on Management Excellence (CNEG).
Osvaldo Luiz Gonçalves Quelhas currently serves as the coordinator of the Technology, Business, and Environment Management Laboratory (LATEC UFF, Brazil) and holds the position of Professor at Fluminense Federal University (UFF) within the School of Engineering. Additionally, Osvaldo takes on leadership roles as the coordinator and professor in the Doctoral Program in Sustainable Management Systems (PPSIG UFF) and as the vice coordinator and professor in the Master Program on Management Systems (MSG UFF). With a Ph.D. in Production Engineering and a background as a civil engineer, Osvaldo's academic and practical expertise is well-rounded. He is a dedicated member of the Social Responsibility Commission of the Brazilian Institute of Oil, Gas, and Biofuels (IBP) and has also spearheaded the coordination of the National Congress on Management Excellence (CNEG).
