Integral Ecology and Sustainable Business 1st Edition by Ove 9781787149366 1787149366

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Integral Ecology and Sustainable Business

Table contents:

Part 1 Introduction
Introduction: Why Integral Ecology Is Needed for Reforming Business
Abstract
Reference
Part 2 Sustainability and the Meaning of Life
Authenticity and Sustainability: The Search for a Reliable Earth Spirituality
Abstract
The Cartesian Revolution
Schweitzer and the Eco-Turn in Philosophy
Relational Goods in Economics
Notes
Acknowledgment
References
Social Interventions in Nature
Abstract
Arguing in Favor of Social Intervention
Focal Points of Current Economic and Legal Regulation
Critics of Unlimited Growth Theory
Foresight-Based Regulation, Promoting Integration, Serving Cooperation in the Living World
Limits of Legal Regulation from an Ecological Perspective
Biocentric and Anthropomorphic Ethics
Animating Objective Reality
Substitution of Retributive Logic for the Reverence of Life without Distinctions and Compromises
Challenge of Extending Legal Regulation to Future Generations
A Communitarian Offer
Germs of Legal Regulation
Concluding Remarks
Notes
References
Quality of Life
Abstract
An Eastern Perspective
Connecting East and West
A Western Perspective
Life Satisfaction
The Significance of Meaning
The Third Dimension
The Beauty of Nature
Discussion
References
Frugality and the Intrinsic Value of Nature
Abstract
Laudato si’
Deep Ecology and Buddhist Economics
The Commonwealth of Life
References
Part 3 Toward Integral Ecology
Integral Ecology and the Anthropocene
Abstract
Three Necessary Philosophical Questions on Nature
From Mythology to Rationalism and Empiricism
The Impact of Idealism on Our View of Nature
Stoicism as the Philosophical Answer “Par Excellence” During the Holocene
Gradual Dissolution of the Meaningful Purpose Underlying Nature
The Rationalistic and Empirical Foundation of the Anthropocene
Spirituality Also Asks Questions about Nature
Conclusion
References
Integral Ecology from a Franciscan Perspective
Abstract
The Franciscan Approach
Theological Characteristics for a Franciscan Theology of Ecology
Conversion
Incarnation or Embracing the World
The Power of Relationship
Building a Space for Experiencing the Franciscan Spirituality of Creation
Learning from Nature
Praying with Nature
Acting on Behalf of Nature
Contemplating on Nature
Layout of the Garden
Franciscan Spirituality and Management
References
Epistemological Approach to Sustainability
Abstract
Introduction
Sustainability Beyond Ecology
Toward Conceptualization of Sustainability
Chronological Delimitation of Sustainability
Taxonomic Proposal for the Study of Sustainability
Sustainability in Economy and Business Administration
Conclusion
References
Rereading Robinson Crusoe (Defoe) and Friday (Tournier) – An Ecocritical Approach
Abstract
Ecocriticism as a New Insight
The Role of Literature
Robinson Crusoe
The Dangerous Sea: Storms, Treacherous Currents
The Earth: Barren, Desolate and Unreliable
Wilderness, Wild Animals
The Sun, the Rain, the Wind
A Safe Dwelling, Weapons and Food
Animals
The Balance between Nature and Civilization
Friday
Nature: Barren and Wild
Wild Animals
The Sun and the Rain
A Safe Dwelling and Food
The Balance between Civilization and Nature
The Dream of Another World
The Catastrophe, a Blessing
Conclusion
Notes
References
Online Sources
Developing Ecological Awareness and Responsible Business
Abstract
Spirituality in Western Context
Spirituality and Business
The Self: Reflective Consciousness and Agency
The Future and the Self
Developing a Proposal in the Business Context
References
Shakthi Worldview: An Inclusive and Expansive Worldview for a Sustainable Future
Abstract
Introduction
Problems Arising Out of a Disconnected Worldview
Understanding Interconnectedness
Shakthi Worldview
Indian Knowledge Systems
Conclusion
References
Part 4 Practicing Sustainability
For Richer or Poorer in Sickness for Wealth: What Price Consumerism?
Abstract
Introduction
Defining Consumerism
Technology and Consumerism
The Impact of Consumerism
Impact on the Environment
The Consequences of Being out of ‘Pocket’
The Implications for Health and Well-Being
Discussion
Conclusion
References
Participation Society
Abstract
The Human Motivation to Cluster
The Development of Hierarchies
The Spiritual Change
Education
Sustainocracy Appears
Reorganisation of Our Practical Reality
The Breakthrough of Ethics
Moral and Virtues-Based Leadership for Enhancing Integral Ecology
Abstract
Introduction
The “Laudato sì” Encyclical Letter
Sustainable Business Models
Sustainable Business Models and Ethical Leadership
Sustainable Leadership and Business Model
Brunello Cucinelli Spa
Loccioni Group
Mercurio Net Srl
Discussion
Conclusion and Implications
References
A Note on Corporate Social Responsibility☆
Abstract
Bibliography
Regenerative Firms
Abstract
Introduction
Theory of the Firm
Understanding and Valuing Nature in Economics
The Regenerative Firm
Notes
References
The Challenge of Transhumanism in Business
Abstract
Introduction
Technology and Management
Transhumanism and Creativity
Protecting or Improving Creativity?
Humanism as Perfectionism?
Technology Transforming Man or Instrument for Man’s Creativity?
Morality of Technologies Versus the Creativity of the Human Person
Creativity and the Blurring of the Human Person/Technology Boundary
Humanism versus Posthumanism
Conclusion
References
About the Authors
Index

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