Current Problems of the Global Environmental Economy Under the Conditions of Climate Change and the Perspectives of Sustainable Development

Introduction: Review of the Challenges of Sustainable Development of the Global Environmental Economy in the Face of Climate Change
Contents
Contributors
Part I Green and ESG Finance in Support of Sustainable Development of the Global Environmental Economy in the Face of Climate Change
1 A Systemic View of Ecological Economics in a Changing Climate from the Perspective of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
	1.1 Introduction
	1.2 Literature Review
	1.3 Materials and Methods
	1.4 Results
		1.4.1 Systemic Vision of the Problems of the Ecological Economics from the SDGs Perspective
		1.4.2 Systemic Approach to Addressing the Ecological Economics from the Perspective of Climate Change: A View from the SDGs
	1.5 Discussion and Conclusion
	References
2 The Harm of Cryptocurrency Mining to the Environment: How Serious is It
	2.1 Introduction
	2.2 Methodology
	2.3 Results
	2.4 Conclusion
	References
3 Current Trends in the Green Bond Market
	3.1 Introduction
	3.2 Methodology
	3.3 Results
	3.4 Conclusions
	References
4 Factors of Attractiveness of Green Bonds as a Financing Tool for Countering Adverse Climate Change
	4.1 Introduction
	4.2 Methodology
	4.3 Results
	4.4 Conclusion
	References
5 Green Financing as a Tool to Fight Climate Change
	5.1 Introduction
	5.2 Methodology
	5.3 Results
	References
6 Stock Exchanges and Institutional Support of ESG Reporting: Evidence from Russia
	6.1 Introduction
	6.2 Methodology
	6.3 Results
	6.4 Conclusion
	References
7 Environmental Accounting and Reporting as a Tool of Ensuring the Sustainable Development of the Economy
	7.1 Introduction
	7.2 Methods
	7.3 Results
	7.4 Conclusion
	References
8 Prospects of International Cooperation in the Arctic Under the Russian Chairmanship of the Arctic Council in 2021–2023: Sustainable Shipping, “Green” Technology and Innovation
	8.1 Introduction
	8.2 Methodology
		8.2.1 Sustainable Shipping in the Arctic Ocean, “Green” Technology and Innovation
	8.3 Results
	8.4 Conclusion
	References
9 Developing Responsible Investing
	9.1 Introduction
	9.2 Materials and Method
	9.3 Results
	9.4 Conclusion
	References
10 Financial Aspects of Increasing the Effectiveness of Innovative Activities of Enterprises in the Framework of the Concept of Sustainable Development
	10.1 Introduction
	10.2 Methodology
	10.3 Results
	10.4 Conclusion
	References
Part II Climate-Smart Innovations and Advanced Industry 4.0 Technologies to Support the Sustainable Development of the Global Environmental Economy
11 Smart Climate Innovations Impacting Industrial Systems
	11.1 Introduction
	11.2 Materials and Method
	11.3 The Main Body
	11.4 Conclusion
	References
12 Marketing HR Strategy for Creating Green Jobs to Support the Fight Against Climate Change
	12.1 Introduction
	12.2 Literature Review
	12.3 Materials and Methods
	12.4 Results
	12.5 Conclusion
	References
13 Industry 4.0 Innovations in the Global Fashion Sector and Their Role in Contributing to Minimizing Its Negative Impact on the Climate
	13.1 Introduction
	13.2 Methodology
	13.3 Results
	13.4 Conclusion
	References
14 Environmental Assessment of Companies and Organizations in Russia in the Context of Industry 4.0
	14.1 Introduction
	14.2 Methodology
	14.3 Results
	14.4 Conclusion
	References
15 Development of National Systems of Green Finance in the Context of Industry 4.0
	15.1 Introduction
	15.2 Methodology and Literature Review
	15.3 Results
	15.4 Conclusions
	References
16 Applying Digital Technology to Combat Climate Change in Russia and the EU
	16.1 Introduction
	16.2 Methodology
	16.3 Results
	16.4 Conclusions
	References
17 Industry 4.0 Climate Risk Management in International Oil & Gas Companies
	17.1 Introduction
	17.2 Methodology
	17.3 Results
	17.4 Conclusions
	References
18 Prospects of International Cooperation in the Arctic Under the Russian Chairmanship of the Arctic Council in 2021–2023: Social Projects and ESG Financing
	18.1 Introduction
	18.2 Methodology
		18.2.1 Well-Being of the Indigenous Peoples
		18.2.2 Sustainable Financing in the Arctic
	18.3 Results
	18.4 Conclusion
	References
19 The Use of Blockchain Technology to Solve Problems in the Field of Ecology and Health Care
	19.1 Introduction
	19.2 Methodology
	19.3 Results
		19.3.1 How Blockchain Contributes to Saving the Environment
		19.3.2 The Impact of Cryptocurrency Mining on the Environment
		19.3.3 Blockchain Application in Health Care: General Aspects
		19.3.4 Blockchain and Clinical Research
		19.3.5 Blockchain Solutions from Ant Group
		19.3.6 Electronic Billing
		19.3.7 Distribution of Prescriptions
		19.3.8 Universal Traceability
		19.3.9 Charity Projects
		19.3.10 Blockchain and the Fight Against the Coronavirus Pandemic
		19.3.11 Drug and Vaccine Supply Chain
	19.4 Conclusions
	References
20 Insufficiency of the Material Base for Implementing the Environmental Agenda of Industry 4.0
	20.1 Introduction
	20.2 Methodology
	20.3 Results
	20.4 Conclusion
	References
Part III Industry-Specific Sustainability Features of Environmentally Responsible Business Practices in Support of the Fight Against Climate Change
21 Formation of a Balanced Financing Model as the Basis for Sustainable Development of the Social Insurance System Against Unemployment in the Russian Federation
	21.1 Introduction
	21.2 Methodology
	21.3 Results
	21.4 Discussion
	21.5 Conclusion
	References
22 Analysis of Organizational and Individual Values Congruence in the Implementation of the Bank’s ESG Strategy
	22.1 Introduction
	22.2 Materials and Methods
	22.3 Results
	22.4 Conclusion
	References
23 Solving Environmental Problems as a Priority for “Young” Companies Conducting IPOs Amid Global Economic Uncertainty
	23.1 Introduction
	23.2 Methodology
	23.3 Results
	23.4 Conclusions
	References
24 Transnational Corporations, Climate Change and Human Rights (“Milieudefensie Versus Royal Dutch Shell”, 2021)
	24.1 Introduction
	24.2 Materials and Method
	24.3 Results
	24.4 Conclusion
	References
25 Implementation of Sustainable Development Principles into Corporate Risk Management
	25.1 Introduction
	25.2 Methodology and Materials
	25.3 Results
	25.4 Conclusion
	References
26 World Experience of Developing Entrepreneurial Competencies in the Context of the Sustainable Development Paradigm
	26.1 Introduction
	26.2 Methodology
	26.3 Results
	26.4 Conclusion
	References
27 Comprehensive Assessment of the Sustainable Development of an Industrial Enterprise
	27.1 Introduction
	27.2 Methodology
	27.3 Results
	27.4 Conclusion
	References
28 Formation of the Necessary Conditions for the Sustainable Development of Industrial Enterprises
	28.1 Introduction
	28.2 Methodology
	28.3 Results
	28.4 Conclusion
	References
Part IV Carbon-Neutral and Clean Energy for Sustainable Development of the Global Environmental Economy in the Face of Climate Change
29 Nanotech Innovations—The Basis of Efficient Energy Transfer
	29.1 Introduction
	29.2 Materials and Methods
	29.3 Literature Review
	29.4 Results
	29.5 Discussions
	29.6 Conclusions
	References
30 Sustainable Development of the Oil and Gas Sector in the Arctic Region
	30.1 Introduction
	30.2 Methodology
		30.2.1 Methods of Assessing Sustainable Development at the Business Level
	30.3 Results
	30.4 Conclusion
	References
31 Competitiveness of the Renewable Energy Sector in Russia and Prospects for a New Government Support Program Until 2035
	31.1 Introduction
	31.2 Materials and Methods
	31.3 Literature Review
	31.4 Results
	31.5 Discussions
	31.6 Conclusions
	References
32 Sustainable Energy Development in the Russian Arctic. Prospects for Smart Solutions to Mitigate Climate Change
	32.1 Introduction
	32.2 Methodology
		32.2.1 Sustainable Development in the Arctic
		32.2.2 Promising Areas of Smart Climate Solutions
	32.3 Results
		32.3.1 Short-Term Prospects
		32.3.2 Mid-Term Prospects
		32.3.3 Long-Term Prospects
	32.4 Conclusion
	References
33 Adapting Innovation Strategy of Major International Oil and Gas Companies to the Evolving Climate Agenda
	33.1 Introduction
	33.2 Methodology
	33.3 Results
		33.3.1 Adapting Innovation Strategy to the Climate Agenda
		33.3.2 Innovation Ecosystem
		33.3.3 Directions of Technological Development
	33.4 Conclusion
	References
34 Czech Energy Policy and Diplomacy in the Context of the Climate Agenda
	34.1 Introduction
	34.2 Methodology
	34.3 Results
	34.4 Conclusion
	References
35 Green Energy of the BRICS Countries: The Driver of Inclusive Development
	35.1 Introduction
	35.2 Methodology
	35.3 Results
		35.3.1 The State of the Energy Systems of the BRICS Countries
		35.3.2 Models of Support for “Green” Electricity in the BRICS Countries
	35.4 Conclusion
	References
36 Prospects for Sustainable Development of the Green Energy Sector in the New Economic Environment
	36.1 Introduction
	36.2 Methodology
	36.3 Results
	36.4 Conclusion
	References
Part V Social Institutions, Government Regulation, and Infrastructure for Sustainable Development of the Economy and Combating Climate Change
37 Novelties of Tax Regulation of Decarbonization in the Russian Federation
	37.1 Introduction
	37.2 Methodology
	37.3 Results
	37.4 Conclusions
	References
38 Infrastructural Dimension of Sustainable Development, Climate Change and Environmental Governance
	38.1 Introduction
	38.2 Methodology
	38.3 Results
		38.3.1 Long-Term Planning of Infrastructure Development with an Emphasis on “Green” Infrastructure
		38.3.2 Improving the Quality of Infrastructure Projects
		38.3.3 Development of Tools for Assessing the Sustainability of Infrastructure Projects
		38.3.4 Development of Digital and Platform Solutions in the Field of Infrastructure Investments
		38.3.5 Development of New Infrastructure Financing Mechanisms
		38.3.6 Institutional Aspects of State Environmental Governance
	38.4 Conclusion
	References
39 Public–Private Partnerships and Green Financing of Infrastructure Projects
	39.1 Introduction
	39.2 Materials and Methodology
	39.3 Results
	39.4 Conclusion
	References
40 EAEU Industrial Development Under SDG-9: Challenges and Possibilities
	40.1 Introduction
	40.2 Methodology
	40.3 Results
		40.3.1 SDG-9 Monitoring in the EAEU
		40.3.2 Inclusive and Sustainable Industrialization of the EAEU Countries
	40.4 Conclusion
	References
41 From Scientific and Technical to Socio-Ecological revolution–A Step into the Future
	41.1 Introduction
	41.2 Methodology
	41.3 Results
	41.4 Conclusion
	References
42 Formation of Competencies for the Sustainable Development of Future Teachers of Mathematics
	42.1 Introduction
	42.2 Materials and Methods
	42.3 Results and Discussion
	42.4 Conclusion
	References
43 The Instruments, Necessary for the Transition from the Scientific and Technological Revolution to the Socio-Ecological One
	43.1 Introduction
	43.2 Methodology
	43.3 Results
	43.4 Conclusion
	References
44 Environmental Behaviour: Aspects of Definition in the Modern System of “Man–Environment” Interaction
	44.1 Introduction
	44.2 Methodology
	44.3 Results
		44.3.1 Attitude Towards the Environment in Terms of Rational Choice
		44.3.2 Terminological Definition of Environmental Behaviour
		44.3.3 Approaches and Methods of Possible Assessments of the Directions of Formation of Ecological Behaviour
		44.3.4 Changes in Consumer Activity of the Population of the Russian Federation in the Context of the Likely Burden of Risk Compensation
	44.4 Conclusion
	References
45 Transformational-Overcointegrative Methodology as the Intellectual Core of Noosphere Approach to Governance and Achievement of the Goals of Sustainable Development
	45.1 Introduction
	45.2 Methodology
	45.3 Results
	45.4 Conclusion
	References
Part VI International Experience and Regulatory Specifics of Combating Climate Change in Different Countries
46 Environmental Taxation: Experience of Foreign Countries
	46.1 Introduction
	46.2 Methodology
	46.3 Results
	46.4 Conclusions/Recommendations
	References
47 Quantitative Assessment of the Implementation of Sustainable Development Projects in the USA, the United Kingdom and China in the Context of Natural and Climatic Disasters
	47.1 Introduction
	47.2 Methods and Materials
	47.3 Results
	47.4 Conclusion
	References
48 Whether Globally Leading Warming to Strengthen the Geo-Economic Position of China?
	48.1 Introduction
	48.2 Methodology
	48.3 Research Goals and Objectives
	48.4 Results Obtained
		48.4.1 China’s Climate Policy: Controversial Phenomena
		48.4.2 China-EU-USA: New Partnership or Competition on Climate Change
	48.5 Conclusion
	References
49 The Landscape of Social Entrepreneurship: A Case Study of India
	49.1 Introduction
	49.2 Methodology
	49.3 Results
		49.3.1 History of Social Entrepreneurship in India
		49.3.2 Ground Realities
		49.3.3 Government Policy on Social Engagement
		49.3.4 Education
		49.3.5 Skill Development and Employment
		49.3.6 Energy
		49.3.7 Health Care
		49.3.8 Water
		49.3.9 Sanitation
	49.4 Conclusion
	References
50 Comparative Analysis of Climate Programs in Germany and the USA
	50.1 Introduction
	50.2 Methodology
	50.3 Results
	50.4 Conclusion
	References
51 Analysis of Some EU Legal Initiatives Within the Green New Deal Framework
	51.1 Introduction
	51.2 Materials and Method
	51.3 Results
		51.3.1 What is the EU Climate Policy and the Green Deal?
		51.3.2 How Should the Energy Transition Be Proceed? Renewable Energy Goals
		51.3.3 Taxation and Pricing of CO2 Emissions. How Does the Trading Scheme Work?
		51.3.4 What Is the Design of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (C-BAM)?
		51.3.5 Changing Regulation of the Fuel Sector and Alternative Transportation Infrastructure
	51.4 Conclusion
	References
52 European Practice of Building a Carbon-Free Economy
	52.1 Introduction
	52.2 Methodology: Approaches to the Study of Environmental Problems and Climate Change
	52.3 Results
		52.3.1 Influence of Industry 4.0 on the Implementation of the Tasks of a Carbon-Free Economy
		52.3.2 The EU as the Flagship of Environmental Regulation
	52.4 Conclusion
	References
53 The Role and Place of Russia in the World Grain Market
	53.1 Introduction
	53.2 Materials and Method
	53.3 Results
	53.4 Conclusion
	References
54 Model to Predict Waste Generation Within the Context of Sustainable Development: The Example of the Regions in the Far East of the Russian Federation
	54.1 Introduction
	54.2 Materials and Methods
	54.3 Results
	54.4 Key Findings
	References
55 Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals Through the Prism of Participation in Regional Integration (Using the EAEU as an Example)
	55.1 Introduction
	55.2 Methodology
	55.3 Results
	55.4 Conclusion
	References
Conclusion