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In recent decades, the multiple pressures determined by the extremely complex context in which organizations have found themselves operating, have imposed incessant changes in management and strategic policies, in order to face and, therefore, identify new solutions to possible problems. The world of production and, in particular, that of fashion is called upon to assume precise moral responsibilities based on socially shared ethical principles, capable of creating, through wise and far-sighted strategies, a sustainable value for all the actors of the ���web of life���. The purpose of this paper is to highlight how the involvement of organizations operating in the fashion industry is necessary to ���build��� lasting sustainability, as it is capable of integrating growth with competitiveness, environmental protection and social development. This is due to the extraordinary synergies that can arise from the structured adoption of paths marked by sustainability, the inclusion of diversity and the promotion of local development-oriented dynamics., La camera blu, No 24 (2021): (WORK IN PROGRESS) Diversity in fashion. Languages, sustainability, inclusion

The global nature of greenhouse gases (GHGs) and the related local effects of such emissions, pose a wide array of challenges.Action is needed to tackle the issue ranging from measurement and assessment to monitoring and reporting environmental performance, at a global, national, organizational and even product scale. Such challenges have a common goal: carbon accounting, an emerging and rapidly evolving research and experimental field. The aim of this paper is to map and analyze the state of the art in the area of carbon accounting and reporting to devise a systematic framework relative to the diverse initiatives. It propose to delineate a detailed scenario of the various experiences in carbon accounting with particular reference to the most significant experience in carbon accounting and reporting: the Greenhouse Gas Protocol and the Carbon Disclosure Project. Future directions and challenges relative to dealing with climate change to support environmental sustainability based on fair carbon management are suggested., Proceedings of the 21st European Biomass Conference and Exhibition, 3-7 June 2013, Copenhagen, Denmark, pp. 2015-2019

Renewable energy sources (RES) are receiving growing support from public authorities because of the environmental and social advantages they procure compared with conventional energy sources. The efficacy of the incentive schemes introduced at national level to define future strategies has now become a crucial issue. Purpose of the work - The aim of the paper is an analysis of the development process of renewable energy sources in Italy, through comparing the incentives introduced by legislative initiatives. Approach –Trends in the RES sector in Italy are mapped and the incentives available in Italy analysed. Subsequently, the main constraints limiting full development of RES are highlighted and critiqued. Scientific innovation and relevance – The development of RES to their full capacity as an authentic driving force in sustainability building processes. Italy has considerable potential in terms of renewable energy sources. Their exploitation and development would contribute not only to reducing the green house effect, but also to fostering national energy safety and economic development. Results – The research underlines the efficacy of the different incentive schemes for the development of RES from a theoretical perspective. In addition, price-based approaches are compared with an installed power approach. Findings are highlighted and the need for innovation in incentive regulations is discussed. Conclusion – The paper is a contribution to the development of RES to their full capacity through an adequate regulatory design. The analysis shows that incentives for greater investment in renewable technology may be sufficient to achieve significant economies of scale., Proceedings of the 21st European Biomass Conference and Exhibition, 3-7 June 2013, Copenhagen, Denmark, pp. 1984-1990

Recent trends in the international photovoltaic (PV) sector indicate strong growth in terms of capacity and production, which is positively influencing the process of energy system decarbonisation. The aim of this review was to promote productive paradigms for a ‘closed cycle’ economy based on the enhancement of resource efficiency and the reduction of waste. To this end, the articulate framework for the management of end-of-life PV panels was analysed, highlighting strengths and weaknesses from the perspective of transitioning towards a circular economy. The conceptual framework is based on a comprehensive review and analysis of relevant literature to describe the main technological and environmental implications associated with PV energy production. Consequently, this paper highlights the most important critical elements, potential opportunities, and limitations deriving from the technological, managerial and organisational aspects of enhancing recovery and recycling rates. The review and the proposed framework might be useful for further research on this important yet complex topic.