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Societal sustainability consciousness and its influence on corporate responsibility uptake in Jordan's business sector.

Authors :
Mansour, Ahmad
Al-Ma'aitah, Mohammad
Deek, Anan
Alshaketheep, Khaled
Shajrawi, Ahmad
Source :
Discover Sustainability; 6/27/2024, Vol. 5 Issue 1, p1-11, 11p
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

The involvement of the private sector in fostering sustainable development is propelled by significant advancements in commercial and industrial spheres. However, despite these advancements, there is a noticeable decline in corporate social responsibility, attributed to various factors such as scepticism among owners or board members regarding sustainability concepts and the perceived high costs associated with adopting sustainable technologies. This paper endeavours to investigate the relationship between community responsiveness and the extent of businesses' commitment to sustainability in the context of Jordan. Utilizing a mixed methods approach comprising interviews and a comprehensive questionnaire, data was collected from a sample of two hundred and ten members of the Jordan community through an online platform. The collected data underwent rigorous analysis including descriptive and regression analyses as well as relevant correlations. Encouragingly, the findings of this study reveal a robust association between individuals' social consciousness and their support for businesses and organizations operating within the Jordan community. Future research endeavours could further explore additional influential factors. The conclusions drawn from this research hold potential significance as they may provide valuable insights for incentivizing businesses to enhance their effectiveness and efficiency in cultivating a genuine societal commitment to sustainability, thereby contributing to scholarly discourse on the subject. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
26629984
Volume :
5
Issue :
1
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Discover Sustainability
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
178150005
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1007/s43621-024-00324-0