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OverviewTwo of the most powerful drivers of change in contemporary society are the explosion of digital technologies and the environmental pressures requiring a shift towards sustainable development. Both demand that we rethink the nature of goods and services. Both can transform companies, markets and entire economies. This study attempts to assess whether the digital and sustainable revolutions will complement or conflict with one another. It features contributions from many of the UK's most influential think-tanks, including Charles Leadbetter, Jonathon Porritt, Evan Davis and Sir Peter Hall. It constitutes an exploration of the social and environmental impacts and opportunities of e-commerce. Full Product DetailsAuthor: James WilsdonPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd Imprint: Earthscan Ltd Dimensions: Width: 15.80cm , Height: 2.50cm , Length: 24.00cm Weight: 0.523kg ISBN: 9781853837890ISBN 10: 185383789 Pages: 240 Publication Date: 01 March 2001 Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate , Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Out of Print Availability: Out of stock Table of ContentsReviewsDespite the hype, e-commerce will have profound impacts on society, jobs, communities, and the environment. This ground-breaking exploration of the social and environmental opportunities of the new economy draws together leading thinkers from business, academia, and public policy. -- The Futurist Author InformationJames Wilsdon is Senior Policy Advisor for Forum for the Future Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |