1st Edition

Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises for Global Sustainability ESG Standards and Compliance

By A. Vinodan, S. Mahalakshmi Copyright 2026
404 Pages 21 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

404 Pages 21 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

This book explores the critical role of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in advancing global sustainability. It provides a comprehensive yet accessible guide to navigating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) compliance, breaking down the complexities of ESG standards into practical applications that are relevant to MSMEs. The book is structured to blend theoretical insights... Read more

1 Understanding ESG Standards: A Primer for MSMEs

2 Regulatory Requirements for ESG Compliance

3 Sectoral Approaches to ESG Compliance in MSMEs

4 ESG Reporting and Disclosure for MSMEs

5 Resource Constraints and ESG Implementation in MSMEs

6 Cultural and Organisational Barriers to ESG Adoption

7 Supply Chain Pressures and ESG Compliance

8 The Competitive Advantage of ESG for MSMEs

9 Innovation and ESG for Sustainability in MSMEs

10 Policy Support and Capacity Building for ESG in MSMEs

Biography

A. Vinodan is an associate professor in the Department of Commerce in the School of Commerce and Business Management at the Central University of Tamil Nadu, India.

S. Mahalakshmi is an assistant professor in the Department of Commerce in the School of Commerce and Business Management at Central University of Tamil Nadu, India.