Industrial Practices in Sustainability

Abstract

This chapter deals with the evaluation of global efforts to achieve environmental sustainability. The aim is to assess the impact of industrialization and the efforts made by businesses, corporations, industrial units and governments to check environmental degradation. The strategies that have been adopted by industries to ensure sustainability and a balance between environment and economic growth are evaluated. The chapter examines a number of strategic initiatives being adopted by industries to achieve a balance between the environment, economic growth and society.