Hi all, I think some of you may be interested in this CALL for PAPERS that I received on the Tech-Society email list.
Dennis Paull Half Moon Bay, Calif ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ PLEASE CIRCULATE THIS CALL FOR PAPERS WIDELY A 'Call for Contributions' on the topic of: CORPORATE RESPONSES TO CLIMATE CHANGE Greenleaf Publishing invites contributions for: (1) a special issue of "Greener Management International"; and (2) a subsequent new book on the topic of "Corporate Responses to Climate Change" both to be edited by Katie Begg (University of Surrey, UK), Frans van der Woerd (Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Netherlands) and David Levy (University of Massachusetts Boston, USA). Rationale In recent years, climate change has become a leading issue on the global political agenda. The recent Marrakech Accords have taken a significant step forward in assuring the continued progress of countries (with the notable exception of the United States) towards meeting targets agreed under the Kyoto Protocol to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change. The next step is expected to be the ratification of the Kyoto Protocol at Rio+10 in Johannesburg in 2002. Given that emission reduction targets are now becoming a reality, the focus for action is turning to the private sector. Business and industry have a crucial role to play in the implementation of the Kyoto Protocol. They are the major emitters of greenhouse gases and pressure is mounting for them to invest in mitigation technologies and strategies. Behind the scenes a number of companies have started to develop strategies to curtail greenhouse gas emissions in advance of these developments. First-movers have already tried to test ideas and seize opportunities in anticipation of possible regulation on the climate change issue by investments in new technologies, joint ventures and strategic alliances that may reduce risks and costs in the long term, though others are taking a wait-and-see approach. At a more practical level, there is a burgeoning number of initiatives to save energy, to develop renewable energies and to test emission-trading pilot schemes. Now is an appropriate moment to assess early corporate experiences. Description of effective strategies will promote the diffusion of proactive corporate practices. Identifying the factors that cause companies to pursue low-carbon strategies and support the Kyoto process will be helpful in formulating policy. Therefore, it is intended that the special issue of the journal "Greener Management International" and the subsequent book will present the variety of strategic options available to business. Moreover, the two publications will assess triggers for corporate change and compare tactics of implementation. The aim is to show best practice (defined here as good for business and the environment) in corporate policies toward climate change with the intention of further encouraging business to initiate action. It will be important to assess both the potential advantages of proactive first-mover strategies as well as the possible pitfalls of premature or poorly conceived investments. Coverage Contributors to the special issue of "Greener Management International" are also invited to submit their contribution to the subsequent book. Contributions deemed suitable for the journal special issue may also appear in the book along with a number of other contributions. Both publications will cover a spectrum of topics including, but not limited to: _ Varieties of corporate strategies to climate change (such as ambition levels; coalition-building and strategic partnerships; sector-specific opportunities) _ Incentives for Change (Kyoto; NGO pressure; internal leadership) _ Political and PR strategies (influence on the policy process, reputation, stakeholder relationships) _ Environmental management systems and climate change _ Technology strategies (research and development programmes; technology buy-ins) _ Integrated approaches (the coherent development of a strategic, organisational and technological framework of measures) _ Strategies to cope with regulatory, technological and market uncertainties _ Comparisons of corporate responses across industry sectors and countries _ Effective policies to encourage more proactive corporate strategies (command and control versus voluntary agreements) Projected audience The special issue of the journal and the book will both aim to aid managers, students, researchers, government, NGO representatives and consultants in understanding the current range of corporate thinking on strategic responses to climate change. Both publications are expected to incorporate a mixture of case studies, empirical and applied theoretical work. Contributions Academics submitting material should clearly state how the theory and concepts developed in their work influences managerial practice. Given the intended practical nature of these publications, we encourage contributions from practitioners in businesses, NGOs and governments, as well as academics. Theoretical papers should be between 4,000 and 6,000 words and case studies between 2,500 and 4,000 words in length. The paper submissions should follow editorial guidelines, which can be obtained from Greenleaf Publishing (see below). Schedule The submission deadline for initial expressions of interest in the form of abstracts of approximately 300 words is 15 March 2002. Abstracts should ideally be sent as e-mail attachments to all co-editors for the review process (see "Contact Details" at the end of this Call). A selection process will then be put into motion. Contributors whose abstracts are felt appropriate for the projects will then be asked to submit full papers by 1 July 2002. Contributors will be informed of the acceptance of their contributions or be invited to submit final revised papers by 31 October 2002. It is intended that the special issue of "Greener Management International" will be published in December 2002 and the book in Spring 2003. _ Abstract submissions: 15 March 2002 _ Full paper submissions: 1 July 2002 _ Revised paper submissions: 31 October 2002 Contact details For further information, to discuss ideas for contributions and to submit abstracts/manuscripts, please contact the Guest Editors: Katie Begg University of Surrey, UK [EMAIL PROTECTED] Frans van der Woerd Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Netherlands [EMAIL PROTECTED] David Levy University of Massachusetts Boston, USA [EMAIL PROTECTED] Abstracts/manuscripts must be sent to all three Guest Editors simultaneously Contribution guidelines can be obtained from: Samantha Self Greenleaf Publishing Aizlewood Business Centre Aizlewood's Mill Sheffield S3 8GG UK Tel: +44 (0)114 282 3475 Fax: +44 (0)114 282 3476 e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.greenleaf-publishing.com
