Voluntary Standard Systems [electronic resource] : A Contribution to Sustainable Development /
Schmitz-Hoffmann, Carsten.editor.
Schmidt, Michael.editor.(orcid)0000-0001-5773-6009https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5773-6009edt
Hansmann, Berthold.editor.
Palekhov, Dmitry.editor.(orcid)0000-0001-6041-668Xhttps://orcid.org/0000-0001-6041-668Xedt
Emerging to the forefront of sustainable production and consumption are a promising and rapidly evolving concept known as Voluntary Standard Systems (VSS). They encompass the three pillars of sustainability – social, environmental and economic aspects, and consequently they can be considered as a tool, which makes sustainable development visible. Currently, they are becoming a significant element in international trade and in the promotion of sustainable development strategies, especially in the context of globalised markets and supply chains. This volume provides a comprehensive overview of the current VSS concepts: from their nature and functioning, to the future outlook for their development. It places VSS in the broader context of global development issues and challenges, including development policy and international sustainability commitments, progress towards achieving ‘green economy’, and meeting climate protection targets. The volume contains also a representative selection of case studies which demonstrate their wide range of application in different sectors of the economy.
Description based upon print version of record.
Includes bibliographical references at the end of each chapters and index.
Part I: Concepts and Operation of Voluntary Standard Systems (VSS) -- Part II: Formal and Private Standards - The Added Value -- Part III: Voluntary Standards Systems - The Development Dimension -- Part IV: Implementation and Impact of VSS -- Part V: Challenges and Future Trends.
Emerging to the forefront of sustainable production and consumption are a promising and rapidly evolving concept known as Voluntary Standard Systems (VSS). They encompass the three pillars of sustainability – social, environmental and economic aspects, and consequently they can be considered as a tool, which makes sustainable development visible. Currently, they are becoming a significant element in international trade and in the promotion of sustainable development strategies, especially in the context of globalised markets and supply chains. This volume provides a comprehensive overview of the current VSS concepts: from their nature and functioning, to the future outlook for their development. It places VSS in the broader context of global development issues and challenges, including development policy and international sustainability commitments, progress towards achieving ‘green economy’, and meeting climate protection targets. The volume contains also a representative selection of case studies which demonstrate their wide range of application in different sectors of the economy.
International environmental law.
Sustainable development.
Environmental law.
Environmental policy.
Environmental management.
International Environmental Law.
Sustainable Development.
Environmental Law/Policy/Ecojustice.
Environmental Management.