The sweet spot in sustainability: a framework for corporate assessment in sugar manufacturing

The assessment of corporate sustainability has become an increasingly important topic, both within academia and in industry. For manufacturing companies to conform to their commitments to sustainable development, a standard and reliable measurement framework is required. There is, however, a lack of sector-specific and empirical research in many areas, including the sugar industry. This paper presents an empirically developed framework for the assessment of corporate sustainability within the Thai sugar industry. Multiple case studies were conducted, and a survey using questionnaires was also employed to enhance the power of generalisation. The developed framework is an accurate and reliable measurement instrument of corporate sustainability, and guidelines to assess qualitative criteria are put forward. The proposed framework can be used for a company’s self-assessment and for guiding practitioners in performance improvement and policy decision-maki

Dangerous Invasive Species Threatening or with a Foothold in the Caribbean

In recent years, a spate of dangerous invasive alien species (IAS) have become established in the Caribbean, and many others threaten the region. Some established species continue to spread, causing economic and environmental damage. This paper reviews the status and significance of IAS in the Caribbean. Factors contributing to the upsurge of new problems and pathways are discussed from a perspective of prevention. Steps recently taken to prevent or mitigate the impact of these species are also discussed. On the basis of these experiences, suggestions are made for the future direction of efforts to prevent or manage such invasive species within the Caribbean context