Sustainability Practices in Finance, Economics and Technology

Navigate the complex intersection of green finance, circular economics, and technological innovation with this definitive guide to the interdisciplinary solutions currently reshaping the global landscape.

In recent years, the global push toward sustainability has transformed finance, economics, and technology from siloed disciplines into interconnected drivers of environmental and social progress. Governments, investors, and businesses are increasingly aligning their strategies with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, leading to rapid growth in areas such as green finance, sustainable economic policy, and climate-conscious technological innovation. Industry and academia alike are embracing tools like ESG reporting, circular economy models, digital automation, and AI-driven analytics to address pressing global challenges, ranging from poverty and pollution to energy access and inclusive growth. The intersection of these fields is where the most impactful solutions are emerging, making interdisciplinary research and cross-sector collaboration more important than ever. This book showcases current developments, future trends, and practical approaches at the nexus of sustainability, finance, economics, and technology. It presents a comprehensive, interdisciplinary exploration of how sustainable development is reshaping the global landscape across key sectors. Bringing together contributions from scholars and practitioners around the world, this edited volume bridges theory and practice to address urgent challenges and emerging opportunities in green finance, circular economy, responsible investment, and technological innovation.

Readers will find the volume:

• Integrates finance, economics, and technology to offer a holistic approach to sustainability challenges and solutions;
• Features real-world case studies and research from diverse regions, including India, Iraq, Europe, the Caribbean, and Azerbaijan;
• Chapters directly address sustainable development goals, particularly those focused on poverty alleviation, clean energy, and responsible consumption;
• Includes cutting-edge research techniques like bibliometric analysis, machine learning models, and systems theory;
• Explores emerging topics such as green finance, circular economy, digital transformation, and central bank digital currencies.

Audience

Academics, researchers, financial industry professionals, policymakers, and corporate strategists in the fields of economics, environmental studies, and technology.

Aamir Aijaz Syed, PhD is an Assistant Professor in the Institute of Management, Commerce and Economics, Shri Ramswaroop Memorial University, Barabanki, UP, India, with more than seven years of academic and research experience. He has published more than 50 peer-reviewed articles in highly regarded journals. His research spans critical areas such as non-performing loan mitigation, international banking, corporate finance, and sustainable finance.

Alka Singh, PhD is a Professor in the School of Management at Chandigarh University, Unnao, U.P., India, with more than 25 years of experience in research, teaching, and industry. Her prolific research portfolio includes numerous publications in reputed journals. Her expertise lies in the intersection of finance, economics, and sustainable business practices.

Kiran Sood, PhD is a Professor in the Chitkara Business School at Chitkara University, Punjab, India with more than 20 years of academic experience. She has more than 100 publications and around 20 edited volumes with prestigious international publishers. Her research interests include finance, insurance, and risk management.

Simon Grima, PhD is the Deputy Dean of the School of Economics, Management, and Accountancy and an Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Insurance and Risk Management University of Malta, Malta. He serves as a reviewer, editor, and chief editor for a number of scientific journals. His research focus is on governance, regulations, and internal controls.