Changing behaviours and attitudes towards more sustainable individual energy consum- ption is a difficult topic to address. After identifying the most recurrent factors influencing bad energy consum- ption-society＇s ...Changing behaviours and attitudes towards more sustainable individual energy consum- ption is a difficult topic to address. After identifying the most recurrent factors influencing bad energy consum- ption-society＇s environmental short- sightedness, a lack of individual responsibility and a tendency to put responsibility upon firms, institutions, and governments, the authors evaluated the effect business practices can have on individual behaviour. By qualifying as highly credible sources of information, positioning themselves as examples to follow and providing its employees with the necessary smart, innovative technology, business communities can have a major impact on changing individual behaviours towards more sustainable energy consumption.展开更多
To learn business English well, in addition to have a good command of the language itself, English learners should also attach enough importance to western culture in the learning process, which is crucial to the inte...To learn business English well, in addition to have a good command of the language itself, English learners should also attach enough importance to western culture in the learning process, which is crucial to the international business communication.展开更多
The integration of environmental,social,and governance(ESG)principles has become a pivotal factor in shaping sustainable and responsible corporate practices.The present study investigates the integration of ESG princi...The integration of environmental,social,and governance(ESG)principles has become a pivotal factor in shaping sustainable and responsible corporate practices.The present study investigates the integration of ESG principles within corporate governance models in Asia-Pacific countries,focusing on socialization.By examining the governance culture,legal frameworks,and corporate practices in these representative countries,the paper delineates a strategic framework for embedding social governance into corporate strategies.The study introduces a Cultural,Economic,Legal,and Political(CELP)framework to assess corporate social governance,investigating the correlation between business practices and social changes.Through a systematic literature review and detailed thematic analysis,this paper aims to offer actionable insights and recommendations,guiding corporations in their transition towards more sustainable and socially responsible business practices.展开更多
Is the adoption of best practice in business associated with improved environmental performance？ And what methods can he used to assess and compare the environmental practices and performance of different companies？...Is the adoption of best practice in business associated with improved environmental performance？ And what methods can he used to assess and compare the environmental practices and performance of different companies？ In this paper, through case anatysis, the business environmental practices and performance of five companies in the manufacturing sector were examined and scored. Assessing these companies practices and performance according to “The best practice model” designed by Australian Manufacturing Council （AMC. 1994）. The finding shows that there is strong correlation between environmental practices and performance of companies （r=0.85, p〈0.05）, and indicates that corporate paying attention to environmental issue will improve its all performances in business.展开更多
Catalogue for the Guidance of Foreign Investment Encouraged IndustriesⅧReal estate Policy background This industry remains somewhat constrained. The development of land remains "restricted" (and for equity ...Catalogue for the Guidance of Foreign Investment Encouraged IndustriesⅧReal estate Policy background This industry remains somewhat constrained. The development of land remains "restricted" (and for equity industry or contractual JVs only), as do the construction and operation of high-ranking hotels, villas, high-class office buildings and international exhibition centers, and large-scale theme parks. FDI in 2005 $5.4 billion used Economic trends In 2005, investment in real estate development was 1, 575....展开更多
Catalogue of Priority Industries for Foreign Investment in the Central-Western Region took effect on September 1, 2004. This covers Shanxi, Jilin, Heilongjiang, Anhui, Jiangxi, Henan, Hubei, Hunan, Chongqing, Sichuan,...Catalogue of Priority Industries for Foreign Investment in the Central-Western Region took effect on September 1, 2004. This covers Shanxi, Jilin, Heilongjiang, Anhui, Jiangxi, Henan, Hubei, Hunan, Chongqing, Sichuan, Guizhou, Yunnan, Tibet, Shaanxi, Gansu, Qinghai, Ningxia, Xinjiang, Inner Mongolia and Guangxi. Catalogue for the Guidance of Foreign Investment Industries Let's look first at the general situation in most of China, before discussing the central and western regions. The lion's share of fore...展开更多
Applying for "encouraged" status As with all business applications, these first need to go to the Ministry of Commerce or provincial commerce authority for the approval certificate, then to the provincial au...Applying for "encouraged" status As with all business applications, these first need to go to the Ministry of Commerce or provincial commerce authority for the approval certificate, then to the provincial authority again for the business license. For encouraged status applications, these now need to be approved by the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC). For investments less than $30 million, these can展开更多
Over the next few weeks we will run a series of articles on China's encouraged industries, focusing on: (1) attractions of "encouraged status" tax holidays, VAT refunds and customs duty exemptions, (2) a...Over the next few weeks we will run a series of articles on China's encouraged industries, focusing on: (1) attractions of "encouraged status" tax holidays, VAT refunds and customs duty exemptions, (2) application procedures for obtaining encouraged industry status and (3) complete and detailed listings of all encouraged industry sectors and sub-sectors on a national basis.展开更多
This article presents some practical approaches inteaching Business English to freshmen of the Continu-ing Education College.It introduces three attempts inmatching the students’situation with the teachingtasks,combi...This article presents some practical approaches inteaching Business English to freshmen of the Continu-ing Education College.It introduces three attempts inmatching the students’situation with the teachingtasks,combining teaching with practice,and givingstudents periodic tests and a variety of test formats in-stead of only giving one test at the end of the term.Itis shown,through the practical attempts,that theapproaches are effective.展开更多
文摘Changing behaviours and attitudes towards more sustainable individual energy consum- ption is a difficult topic to address. After identifying the most recurrent factors influencing bad energy consum- ption-society＇s environmental short- sightedness, a lack of individual responsibility and a tendency to put responsibility upon firms, institutions, and governments, the authors evaluated the effect business practices can have on individual behaviour. By qualifying as highly credible sources of information, positioning themselves as examples to follow and providing its employees with the necessary smart, innovative technology, business communities can have a major impact on changing individual behaviours towards more sustainable energy consumption.
文摘To learn business English well, in addition to have a good command of the language itself, English learners should also attach enough importance to western culture in the learning process, which is crucial to the international business communication.
文摘The integration of environmental,social,and governance(ESG)principles has become a pivotal factor in shaping sustainable and responsible corporate practices.The present study investigates the integration of ESG principles within corporate governance models in Asia-Pacific countries,focusing on socialization.By examining the governance culture,legal frameworks,and corporate practices in these representative countries,the paper delineates a strategic framework for embedding social governance into corporate strategies.The study introduces a Cultural,Economic,Legal,and Political(CELP)framework to assess corporate social governance,investigating the correlation between business practices and social changes.Through a systematic literature review and detailed thematic analysis,this paper aims to offer actionable insights and recommendations,guiding corporations in their transition towards more sustainable and socially responsible business practices.
基金Supported by the Soft Science of Shandong Province(No,A200418-3)and the Item"Eco-planning and Environmental Management in the Coastal Area of China"of the Environmental DevelopmentAgency of Canada(No.CIDA-Tier-1).
文摘Is the adoption of best practice in business associated with improved environmental performance？ And what methods can he used to assess and compare the environmental practices and performance of different companies？ In this paper, through case anatysis, the business environmental practices and performance of five companies in the manufacturing sector were examined and scored. Assessing these companies practices and performance according to “The best practice model” designed by Australian Manufacturing Council （AMC. 1994）. The finding shows that there is strong correlation between environmental practices and performance of companies （r=0.85, p〈0.05）, and indicates that corporate paying attention to environmental issue will improve its all performances in business.
文摘Catalogue for the Guidance of Foreign Investment Encouraged IndustriesⅧReal estate Policy background This industry remains somewhat constrained. The development of land remains "restricted" (and for equity industry or contractual JVs only), as do the construction and operation of high-ranking hotels, villas, high-class office buildings and international exhibition centers, and large-scale theme parks. FDI in 2005 $5.4 billion used Economic trends In 2005, investment in real estate development was 1, 575....
文摘Catalogue of Priority Industries for Foreign Investment in the Central-Western Region took effect on September 1, 2004. This covers Shanxi, Jilin, Heilongjiang, Anhui, Jiangxi, Henan, Hubei, Hunan, Chongqing, Sichuan, Guizhou, Yunnan, Tibet, Shaanxi, Gansu, Qinghai, Ningxia, Xinjiang, Inner Mongolia and Guangxi. Catalogue for the Guidance of Foreign Investment Industries Let's look first at the general situation in most of China, before discussing the central and western regions. The lion's share of fore...
文摘Applying for "encouraged" status As with all business applications, these first need to go to the Ministry of Commerce or provincial commerce authority for the approval certificate, then to the provincial authority again for the business license. For encouraged status applications, these now need to be approved by the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC). For investments less than $30 million, these can
文摘Over the next few weeks we will run a series of articles on China's encouraged industries, focusing on: (1) attractions of "encouraged status" tax holidays, VAT refunds and customs duty exemptions, (2) application procedures for obtaining encouraged industry status and (3) complete and detailed listings of all encouraged industry sectors and sub-sectors on a national basis.
文摘This article presents some practical approaches inteaching Business English to freshmen of the Continu-ing Education College.It introduces three attempts inmatching the students’situation with the teachingtasks,combining teaching with practice,and givingstudents periodic tests and a variety of test formats in-stead of only giving one test at the end of the term.Itis shown,through the practical attempts,that theapproaches are effective.
