Foreword xix Preface xix Part 1: Foundations of Sustainability 1 1 Introduction to the Concept of Sustainability and Its Relevance to Finance, Economics, and Technology 3 Radka MacGregor Pelikánová 1.1 Introduction 4 1.2 Theoretical Foundation and Literature Review 6 1.3 Methodology 10 1.4 Roots, Evolution, and Present of the Concept of Sustainability 11 1.5 The Relevance of the Concept of Sustainability 19 1.6 Conclusion 26 2 Harnessing Tourism Corporate Social Responsibility to Combat Rural Poverty in Iraq Aligned with SDG1 37 Paiman Ahmad 2.1 Introduction 38 2.

2 Review of Literature 40 2.3 Research Methodology 44 2.4 The Impact of Tourism Development on Poverty Reduction 44 2.5 The Role of Tourism Corporations in Committing to CSR for Alleviating Poverty 46 2.6 Practical Implications 47 2.7 Conclusions 48 3 Investigating the Horizon of Green Finance Research: A Bibliometric Approach 55 Bhawna and Renuka Sharma 3.1 Overview 56 3.2 Theoretical Grounding 58 3.

3 Materials and Methods 59 3.4 Findings 61 3.5 Limitations and Future Research Recommendations 74 3.6 Conclusion 75 3.7 Implications of the Study 75 4 The Paradigm of Sustainable Finance - An Indian Overview 81 Neha Verma 4.1 Introduction 82 4.2 How is Traditional Finance Different from Sustainable Finance? 84 4.3 Why is Sustainable Finance Becoming Increasingly Important? 84 4.

4 The Scenario of Sustainable Finance in India 87 4.5 The Factors Impeding the Growth of Sustainable Finance in India 90 4.6 How Can India Improve Its Growth in Sustainable Finance? 92 4.7 The Bottomline 96 Part 2: Finance for a Sustainable Future 101 5 Case Studies of Green Bonds, Renewable Energy Financing, and Innovative Funding Models for Sustainable Projects 103 Narayanage Jayantha Dewasiri and Mohamed Ismail Mohamed Riyath 5.1 Introduction 104 5.2 Methodology 105 5.3 Findings and Discussion 107 5.4 Implications for Policy and Practice 118 6 Discussion on the Role of Financial Institutions in Driving Sustainable Initiatives and Supporting Environmentally Responsible Businesses 125 Mohamed Ismail Mohamed Riyath, Narayanage Jayantha Dewasiri and Mohamed Alkashami 6.

1 Introduction 126 6.2 Methodology 128 6.3 Findings and Discussion 131 6.4 Thematic Analysis 142 6.5 Direction for Future Research 149 6.6 Conclusion 154 7 Investors'' Emotional Intelligence, Personality Traits, and Risk Tolerance: A Measure of Investment Decisions 161 Saloni Raheja and Amanjot Singh Syan 7.1 Introduction 162 7.2 Review of Literature 162 7.

3 Objective of the Study 167 7.4 Research Methodology 167 7.5 Data Analysis and Interpretation 168 7.6 Findings and Suggestions 181 7.7 Conclusion 183 8 Systems Theory of Financial Inclusion 189 Peterson K. Ozili 8.1 Introduction 189 8.2 Overview of Financial Inclusion 191 8.

3 Systems Theory of Financial Inclusion 191 8.4 Conceptual Understanding of the Theory 193 8.5 The Sub-Systems Enabling Financial Inclusion 195 8.6 How the Sub-Systems Benefit from Financial Inclusion 200 8.7 Conclusion 202 Part 3: Economics and the Circular Economy 207 9 Unveiling Dynamics in Circular Economy Research: A Systematic and Bibliometric Analysis 209 Hiranya Dissanayake and Leena B. Dam 9.1 Purpose of the Study 210 9.2 Need for the Study 210 9.

3 Methodology 211 9.4 Results 213 9.5 Conclusion 237 9.6 Practical Implications 238 10 Sustainable Consumption Patterns, Eco-Friendly Production Methods, and Sustainability of Textile and Apparel Supply Chains 243 Amita Venkatesh and Kusuma G. 10.1 Introduction 244 10.2 Research Methodology 245 10.3 Results and Discussion 247 10.

4 Systematic Review Using TCCM Framework 255 10.5 Nomological Model Based on SOR Framework 264 10.6 Implications of the Study 266xii Contents 10.7 Future Research Avenues 267 10.8 Conclusions 268 11 Does the Circular Economy Drive Sustainable Economic Growth? Evidence from the European Countries (NMS 11) 275 Mehmed Ganic 11.1 Introduction 276 11.2 Literature Review 277 11.3 Methodology and Data 279 11.

4 Empirical Results 281 11.5 Conclusion 287 12 Analysis of Economic Policies and Regulations Incentivizing Green Practices and Discouraging Harmful Environmental Impact 293 Manju Dahiya, Anmol Gupta and Ritu Singh 12.1 Introduction 294 12.2 Evolution of International Climate Agreements 295 12.3 Economic Policies and Regulation 297 12.4 Other Environmental Tools 308 12.5 Circular Economy 309 12.6 Impact Assessment of Environmental Policies 310 12.

6 Conclusion 315 13 The Impact of Public Expenditures on Economic Growth: A Theoretical Analysis and Development Perspectives 325 Lekë Pula and Vlora Prenaj 13.1 The Role of Public Spending in Economic Development and Market Stability 326Contents xiii 13.2 Historical Perspective on Public Expenditure Development 327 13.3 Economic Systems and Their Role in Market Functioning 330 13.4 The Armey Curve 332 13.5 The Role of Public Expenditures in Poverty Reduction: A Theoretical Perspective 335 13.6 Literature Review on Empirical Analyses 337 13.7 Conclusions 343 14 Exploration of Future Trends and Potential Disruptions in the Fields of Finance, Economics, and Technology That Could Further Advance Global Green Practices 349 Anand Bharathi S.

, Vinoth Kumar S., S. Rajamohan, D. Unika and Prince Jason A. 14.1 Introduction 350 14.2 Background and Literature Review 351 14.3 Methodology 354 14.

4 Analysis and Findings 354 14.5 Discussion: Implications for Policymakers, Industries, and Researchers 379 14.6 Limitations, Challenges, and Future Directions 382 14.7 Conclusions and Recommendations 382 Part 4: Technological Innovations for Sustainability 391 15 A Comparative Analysis of Machine Learning and Traditional Time Series Forecasting Models to Predict Solar Energy Power 393 Adriana AnaMaria Davidescu, Eduard Mihai Manta and Diana Popa 16 Acceleration SDGs: The Global Goals with Hyperautomation 423 Adriana AnaMaria Davidescu, Eduard Mihai Manta and Marina Diana Agafiei 16.1 Introduction 424 16.2 Literature Review 425 16.3 A Summary of the Key Studies in the Research Area 427 16.4 Data and Methodology 427 16.

5 Descriptive Analysis and Results 432 16.6 Conclusions 451 17 Determinants of the Development of Enterprise Personnel Management Systems: Use of Digital Tools 457 George Abuselidze, Anna Slobodianyk, Liudmyla Parii, Lina Melnichuk, Mykhailo Lishchynskyi and Anna Soroka 17.1 Introduction 458 17.2 Methodological Foundations 459 17.3 Results and Discussion 460 17.4 Conclusions 473 18 Evaluating the Effects of Technological Innovation Spending on Productivity Growth in Azerbaijan''s Manufacturing Industry 477 Aliagha Gasimov, Vekil Ibrahimov, Kiran Sood, Nargiz Hajiyeva and Natavan Baymmamadli 18.1 Introduction 478 18.2 Review of Literature 479 18.

3 Material and Methods 483 18.4 Discussions and Conclusion 486 Part 5: Synergy and Future Prospects 499 19 Exploring the Economic Landscape Post-CBDC in Caribbean Nations 501 Hajra Arshi and Hem Shweta Rathore 19.1 Introduction 502 19.2 Literature Review 503 19.3 Objectives of Study 509 19.4 Research Methodology 509 19.5 Data Analysis and Interpretation 511 19.6 Interpretation of Results 517 19.

7 Suggestions for Future Research 520 19.8 Implications of Study 520 19.9 Conclusion 521 Part 6: Forging a Sustainable Path Forward 527 20 Emphasis on the Vital Role of Individuals, Businesses, Policymakers, and Innovators in Driving Positive Change 529 Elwira Gross-Go³acka 20.1 Introduction 530 20.2 Theoretical Review 530 20.3 The Importance of Collaboration among Various Actors 531 20.4 Synergistic Collaboration 543 20.5 Conclusion 544 References 547 Index 553.