Sustainability and SMEs: strategies, certifications and ESG impact
Macchia, Alberto Andrea (A.A. 2024/2025) Sustainability and SMEs: strategies, certifications and ESG impact. Tesi di Laurea in Corporate finance, Luiss Guido Carli, relatore Andrea Polo, pp. 78. [Bachelor's Degree Thesis]
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Abstract/Index
The global framework of sustainability. The UN's 17 Sustainable development goals (SDGs). The European Union's position in sustainable transition: a global leader in the ESG agenda. The implementation of the SDGs in Italy: national policies and strategies. The role of business and sustainable finance in Italy. Circular economy: goal. Actors and tools for sustainability in Italy. Non-governmental and governmental bodies involved in sustainability. Main economic and financial measures to support enterprises. Incentives, facilities and financing instruments for ESG transition. SMEs and sustainability: certification and measurement tools. The role of SMEs in the sustainable transition. The economic-financial measures dedicated to SMEs. Italy's common benefit: benefit societies (and the annual report). Certified commitment to sustainability: ESG ratings. The legality rating. ISO certifications. The European Union EMAS regulation. Case study: ApogeoAtwc, a sustainable SME. Introducing ApogeoAtwc and its ESG initiatives. Donations and social engagement: collaborations with FAI and Bambino Gesu Hospital in Rome. Environmental product customization impact analysis project. Final considerations on the evolution of sustainability in SMEs. The added value of ESG practices and prospects.
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Bibliografia: pp. 62-66.
| Thesis Type: | Bachelor's Degree Thesis |
|---|---|
| Institution: | Luiss Guido Carli |
| Degree Program: | Bachelor's Degree Programs > Bachelor's Degree Program in Economics and Business, English language (L-33) |
| Chair: | Corporate finance |
| Thesis Supervisor: | Polo, Andrea |
| Academic Year: | 2024/2025 |
| Session: | Summer |
| Deposited by: | Alessandro Perfetti |
| Date Deposited: | 12 Nov 2025 15:44 |
| Last Modified: | 12 Nov 2025 15:44 |
| URI: | https://tesi.luiss.it/id/eprint/43787 |
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