articleCorporate GovernanceOct 8, 2013GREEN OA

A value mapping tool for sustainable business modelling

NBNancy BockenSWSamuel W. ShortPRPadmakshi RanaSESteve Evans

University of Cambridge

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Abstract

Purpose: Although business models that deliver sustainability are increasingly popular in the literature, few tools that assist in sustainable business modelling have been identified. This paper investigates how businesses might create balanced social, environmental and economic value through integrating sustainability more fully into the core of their business. A value mapping tool is developed to help firms create value propositions better suited for sustainability. Design/methodology/approach: In addition to a literature review, six sustainable companies were interviewed to understand their approaches to business modelling, using a case study approach. Building on the literature and practice, a tool was…

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  • Sustainability
  • Sustainable Value
  • Sustainable business
  • Value (mathematics)
  • Business
  • Business model
  • Corporate governance
  • Business value
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Industry, innovation and infrastructure
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