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    Biodiversity conservation in Southeast Asian timber concessions: a critical evaluation of policy mechanisms and guidelines.

    Ecology and Society, 2008
    This paper assesses the tools and guidelines that have been developed to promote sustainable forest management (SFM) and the progress that has been made in Southeast Asia toward better logging practices. It specifically focuses on practices relevant to biodiversity issues.
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    The cattle realm: a new phase in the livestock colonization of Brazilian Amazonia

    Amazonia, 2008
    Ranching in the Amazon spread at an unprecedented rate over the last five years. This brief documents this recent growth and argues that it now requires additional and undivided attention on the part of government authorities, the market chain, financial institutions, scientists and civil society organisations.
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    Forum for the future

    Forum for the future is a charity working to promote sustainable development.
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    "Fair Trade - is it really better for workers? - a case study of Kaisa Grass Baskets in Bangladesh"

    Department of Applied Economics and Management, Cornell University, 2006
    This paper analyses the extent to which fair trade organisations increase wages for rural poor women.  Based on information gathered from interviews with senior-level managers and artisans in Bangladesh, it presents case studies of kaisa grass baskets manufacturing, giving particular attention to an NGO, a non-profit company, and a for-profit business.
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    Human rights and assigned duties: implications for corporation

    Chr. Michelsen Institute, Norway, 2007
    As the power of the corporate sector has become particularly salient, what duties the notion of universal human rights assign to corporation? This paper develops core elements of a general scheme of Human Rights duty assignment, and studies the implications for corporations.
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    Corporate Social Responsibility in Turkey: Overview and Perspectives

    Agence française de développement, 2007
    This paper provides a recent picture of the state of Corporate and Social Responsibility (CSR) awareness and practices among public and private stakeholders in Turkey. Based on the analysis of specific drivers and constraints, it suggests practical steps that could be taken by public and private organisations to support the further development of CSR in Turkey.
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    Perspectives on information management in sustainable supply chains

    Business for Social Responsibility, 2007
    This paper looks at perspectives on the current situation on sustainable supply chains in comparison to the past. It particularly focuses on identifying the key drivers behind the current sustainable supply chain management models and the challenges that are yet to be overcome.
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    Saudi Companies in the 21st Century

    2007
    This study assesses the relationship between business and society in Saudi Arabia within the context of Corporate Social Responsibility (CR). It highlights some of the key challenges and ways forward for corporates in Saudi Arabia and for business to be an effective driver for the long-term sustainable development of the Kingdom.
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    Competitiveness and CSR in the Jordanian apparel industry

    Business for Social Responsibility, 2008
    The textile and apparel industry in Jordan is heavily reliant on migrant workers. Based on a report of abusive treatment of these workers, factories were exposed to sharp increase in public inspections along with an equally significant increase in auditing visits from buyers and their agents.
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    Establishing a global carbon market

    World Business Council for Sustainable Development, 2008
    This paper presents a discussion on the creation of the global carbon market. It observes that action to address climate change is already happening, and the pace at which initiatives are developing is increasing. Many initiatives are in the form of a response to national emissions objectives. Some are driven voluntarily by business.

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