In this article, we develop the concept of Community-Based Enterprise (CBE) and argue that it provides a potential strategy for sustainable local development. An initial conceptual framework for CSR is drawn to reflect the current practices and prospects for management strategies. by The population explosion has been fueled in no small way by the biblical injunction to "multiply and replenish" the Earth. Diverse macroenvironmental conditions, societal arrangements, and cultural values play a vital role in fostering entrepreneurial activities At the center of our argument is the concept of "Community-Based Enterprise" (CBE), which we define as a community acting corporately as both entrepreneur and enterprise in pursuit of the common good. The literature on organizations and the natural environment, published since 1992, is reviewed, with the purpose of determining if and what the contributions have been to strategy and organi-zational theory. This is particularly important because most efforts to assist in the improvement of developing regional economies have been unsuccessful, primarily because such efforts have either been unmindful of local cultures and values or have been simply charitable programs that failed to address the root causes of poverty The purpose of this article is to develop a theoretical model of community-based enterprise as an alternative representation of how entrepreneurial activity may be harnessed to ameliorate chronic poverty. whether they contribute positively or negatively to sustainability. The Greening of IT Green is good—and good for business. The author performs the review at three levels—firm, industry, and organizational environment. We hope our questions provoke deeper thinking and greater rigor and attention to detail in this important area of business research. Trudeau has named a Minister of the Environment Psalm 24:1 reminds us that “the earth is the Lord’s and all that is in it, the world, and those who live in it.” As followers of Christ who are called to act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly, we are invited to seek the flourishing of all of the Lord’s earth. They tend to create local wealth through economic self-reliance, and they allow communities to retain or regain control over their resources. David L. Levy, Daniel Egan Insurers publicly voiced concern about human-induced climate change four decades ago ([ 1 ][1]). Abstract: Corporations increasingly subscribe to the principles of corporate sustainability, which is generally described as the integration of economic, environmental and social dimensions. There is no general definition of CSR; however, various concepts are connoted into it. As the inevitable peak and crash syndrome takes shape for the human species, it is interesting to examine the mindset that has led us to the abyss.
Miriam continues to find herself overwhelmed by the mysterious threads of grace that knit all existence together in shared meaning. Drawing on interdisciplinary and multilevel approaches, we propose a theoretical model of the determinants, characteristics, and consequences of CBEs. The win-win paradigm is a key discursive foundation for the emerging climate compromise and a more stable historical bloc. ...... be designed to resist infestations and grow better in less favorable soil conditions, thus requiring fewer chemical pesticides and fertilizers. Third, because our theoretical model of CBE is based on documented grassroots efforts in impoverished local communities in a variety of settings it should be significant for policy-makers and practitioners given the growing interest in entrepreneurship and sustainability as tools for local development. It is an unconventional form of entrepreneurship, in that it is based on regarding collective and individual interests as fundamentally complementary, and seeing communal values and the notion of the common good as essential elements in venture creation. It argues that this perspective offers an alternative theoretical rationale and a potential basis for future research. We review the current state of the art across a number of academic disciplines, from accounting to management to theology. __________________ The authors have benefited from comments received at the Academy of Management meetings and are indebted to Thomas Lawrence, William Warden, and Murdith McLean for their valuable time and feedback on early drafts of this manuscript. Results showed that Finnish companies are progressively managing CSR. As Christians, therefore, we seek climate Christianity has often called us to the personal and congregational pursuit of justice Now is the time for Christians to hear, and then to amplify, the cries of the Earth and the voices of those facing the greatest risks from climate change. 2 TOWARD A THEORY OF COMMUNITY-BASED ENTERPRISE Abstract Theoretical models that separate social, political and environmental factors from the economics dimensions of entrepreneurship cannot account for the failed experiences in business development among very poor populations. The article advances an ‘interdependency network ’ perspective, applying it to the greening of organizations, green technologies and issues of globalization. But the employment of business development as a means to overcome poverty requires an understanding of the specific socio-economic environment in which that development is to take place (Peterson 1988). This Article or Chapter is brought to you for free and open access by the School of Hotel Administration Collection at The Scholarly Commons. - in M. Tadajewski and D. Brownlie (eds) Critical Marketing: Issues in Contemporary Marketingby by “The Liberal party campaigned on a platform that promises action on climate change. Editor Tom Donaldson and reviewers for Academy of Management Review provided very helpful comments on the draft first submitted. by Not to be reproduced without written permission. Driven by several factors, CSR development is gradual as indicated by the positive responses and initiatives of the companies.