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OverviewThis volume provides 16 detailed case studies of major companies representing each step in the commercial chain from forest management to retailing forest products. The studies, from around the world, demonstrate what the shift to sustainability means for businesses involved in forest products - some of the world's most important renewable resources. Introductory chapters characterize the process and the gains for all companies, organizations and business schools engaged with sustainable forestry. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Sustainable Forestry Working Group , Emily SmithPublisher: Island Press Imprint: Island Press Dimensions: Width: 22.90cm , Height: 3.50cm , Length: 28.00cm Weight: 1.637kg ISBN: 9781559636155ISBN 10: 1559636157 Pages: 353 Publication Date: 15 April 1998 Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate , Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Out of Stock Indefinitely Availability: Out of stock ![]() Table of ContentsThe pursuit of innovation - sustainable forestry within an industry context; marketing products from sustainably managed forests - an emerging opportunity; emerging technologies for sustainable forestry; Aracruz Cellulose SA and Riocell SA - efficiency and sustainability on Brazilian pulp plantations; Collins Pine - lessons from a pioneer; J. Sainsbury's plc and The Home Depot - retailer's impact on sustainability; Menominee Tribal Enterprises - sustainable forestry to improve forest health and create jobs; non-industrial private forest landowners - building the business case for sustainable forestry; Precious Woods, Ltd; STORA - the road to certification.ReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |