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Motivation of Japanese companies to take environmental action to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions: an econometric analysis

Year: 2008

Type: article

Abstract: To analyze the motivations of Japanese companies to take environmental actions to reduce their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, we used FY2006 research data and questioned Japanese industries regarding their reduction of GHG emissions. Empirical investigations revealed that voluntary targets set by industry organizations, government requirements, and advance responses to possible future regulations can positively influence environmental actions for GHG emission reduction; however, cost reductions and corporate social responsibility fulfillment cannot.

Source: Sustainability Science

DOI: 10.1007/s11625-008-0048-y

Authors: Seiji Ikkatai, Daisuke Ishikawa, Shuichi Ohori, Kengo Sasaki

Institutions: Kyoto University, Kyoto Institute of Economic Research, Kyoto University, Gifu Shotoku Gakuen University

Language: English

Topic: Environmental Sustainability in Business

Subfield: Marketing

Field: Business, Management and Accounting

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Climate action

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,890