Attaining the 2030 Sustainable Development Goal of Sustainable Cities and Communities

The ebook edition of this title is Open Access and freely available to read online. It focuses on Sustainable Development Goal number eleven (SDG#11) and examines family businesses in the Republic of Ireland, Germany, the United States, the United Arab Emirates, and Australia. The case studies presented generate insights and key takeaways into the role of family businesses in developing and encouraging sustainable practices that have a positive effect on every member of their community.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 152 pages
Publication date: 22 August 2023
Publisher: Emerald Publishing Limited

The ebook edition of this title is Open Access and freely available to read online.

Attaining the 2030 Sustainable Development Goal of Sustainable Cities and Communities is a crucial endeavor that focuses on Sustainable Development Goal number eleven (SDG#11): making human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable. This goal aims to create and maintain livable home environments for all individuals, irrespective of their background or circumstances. In order to achieve this, a comprehensive examination of family businesses in various countries is necessary.

The case studies presented in this book offer a unique perspective from their respective countries, analyzing how SDG#11 translates into creating and maintaining liveable home environments for all. Each case study presents a comprehensive analysis of family businesses in the Republic of Ireland, Germany, the United States, the United Arab Emirates, and Australia. By examining these businesses, we gain insights and key takeaways into the role of family businesses in developing and encouraging sustainable practices that have a positive effect on every member of their community.

The United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a set of 17 goals pledged by 193 nations in 2015. These goals are a call to action, urging innovative solutions to the most complex, societal, and environmental global challenges. The SDGs are designed to ensure that no one is left behind and that the world is a better place for all.

In Family Businesses on a Mission, series editors Naomi Birdthistle and Rob Hales bring together international case studies to illustrate how family businesses can attain the UN 2030 SDGs. This book series is accessible to those working in the field beyond academia, including family business practitioners, family business owners, government and policymakers, members of NGOs, business associations, and philanthropic centers. It appeals equally to those with a general interest in entrepreneurship and business.

By examining the case studies presented in this book, we gain valuable insights into the role of family businesses in promoting sustainable practices and contributing to the achievement of the 2030 SDGs. The book series serves as a valuable resource for policymakers, business leaders, and individuals who are committed to making a positive impact on the world. It provides a roadmap for family businesses to embrace sustainability and contribute to the development of a more sustainable and inclusive future.

Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781804558393