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The Revolutionary Impact of Verified Plastic Credit Schemes: A Catalyst for Sustainable Business Practices and Community Empowerment in Developing Countries

In: Contemporary Sustainable Organisational Practices

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  • Ebenezer Laryea

    (University of Northampton)

  • Eziamaka Nwakile

    (Coventry University)

  • Alireza Daneshkhah

    (Coventry University)

  • Amin Hosseinian-Far

    (University of Hertfordshire)

Abstract

As the planet continues to grapple with pressing environmental and social challenges resulting from climate change, the need for businesses to take innovative and non-conventional actions to address these issues grows ever more apparent. Plastics are versatile and durable materials that have become integral to our everyday lives. Whilst this is true, the pollution caused by plastic waste and the carbon emissions associated with its production and disposal come at a significant cost to the environment. This chapter assesses the potential revolutionary role that plastic credit schemes with robust verification protocols can play in instilling confidence among businesses to fund projects aimed at offsetting carbon emissions through plastic pollution interventions. The chapter explores the potential of these schemes to make a tangible impact in vulnerable communities while simultaneously addressing environmental concerns. Additionally, the use of blockchain technology to enhance the traceability of plastic waste is discussed.

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  • Ebenezer Laryea & Eziamaka Nwakile & Alireza Daneshkhah & Amin Hosseinian-Far, 2024. "The Revolutionary Impact of Verified Plastic Credit Schemes: A Catalyst for Sustainable Business Practices and Community Empowerment in Developing Countries," CSR, Sustainability, Ethics & Governance, in: Amin Hosseinian-Far & Ebenezer Laryea & Dilshad Sarwar & Oluwaseyi Omoloso & Chijioke D. Uba (ed.), Contemporary Sustainable Organisational Practices, pages 103-116, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:csrchp:978-3-031-62474-2_8
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-62474-2_8
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