This introductory chapter explores sustainability marketing in emerging economies. It discusses the role of sustainability marketing in addressing environmental, social, and economic challenges. It examines how businesses can develop long-term societal value while balancing economic growth with environmental responsibility. Key areas such as the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, the evolution of marketing theory, and the integration of new technologies such as AI and social media in sustainable practices are also examined. The chapter further emphasizes the unique opportunities and challenges in emerging economies, where rapid development often conflicts with environmental preservation. It further focuses on the need for tailored approaches that consider local conditions while meeting global sustainability standards. The discussion consists of various theoretical frameworks, including the four Cs of sustainability and the sustainability pyramid, while examining how organizations can implement effective sustainability marketing strategies. The chapter concludes by highlighting the uniqueness of each chapter in the book while addressing research gaps and future directions, especially with respect to technological integration and stakeholder engagement in emerging economies.

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Introduction to Sustainability Marketing: Setting the Scene

  • Takalani E. Mudzanani,
  • Devika Pillay,
  • Albert Anani-Bossman

摘要

This introductory chapter explores sustainability marketing in emerging economies. It discusses the role of sustainability marketing in addressing environmental, social, and economic challenges. It examines how businesses can develop long-term societal value while balancing economic growth with environmental responsibility. Key areas such as the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, the evolution of marketing theory, and the integration of new technologies such as AI and social media in sustainable practices are also examined. The chapter further emphasizes the unique opportunities and challenges in emerging economies, where rapid development often conflicts with environmental preservation. It further focuses on the need for tailored approaches that consider local conditions while meeting global sustainability standards. The discussion consists of various theoretical frameworks, including the four Cs of sustainability and the sustainability pyramid, while examining how organizations can implement effective sustainability marketing strategies. The chapter concludes by highlighting the uniqueness of each chapter in the book while addressing research gaps and future directions, especially with respect to technological integration and stakeholder engagement in emerging economies.