Business Corporate Social Responsibility Research Articles

A Case Study of CSR Practices by Select Agri Companies in Andhra Pradesh

Society and business go hand – in – hand. One cannot thrive without other. Business has its responsibility towards all the stakeholders apart from revenue generation for larger social good. Hence, business has a moral obligation to contribute to the betterment of society. In this light, Corporate Social Responsibility is a channel through which corporations address the issues of different stakeholders by integrating social, economic and environment aspects into business operations. Corporate social responsibility has intensely changed the way corporate entities conduct their business activities in the social environment in the 21st century.India is the only country which has regulated and mandated CSR. Andhra Pradesh stands in sixth place among 10 states getting Agri CSR expenditure in India. Andhra Pradesh with a good amount of rise in industries creates a societal responsibility towards society and environment by the industries. Corporate Social Responsibility activity brings a change in the lives of deprived people in rural India. Deprived people in India are mostly based on agriculture for their livelihood and CSR also plays a significant role in the agriculture sector. Business Corporate social responsibility has a positive correlation with the financial performance of the business. This paper provides an insight on the initiatives taken and future initiatives being planned by select companies of Andhra Pradesh with regard to Corporate Social Responsibility. The selected companies are namely ITC Ltd., JSW Steel Limited, Pedillite Industries Ltd., Cummins IndiaLt., HindustanZinc ltd. The data related to CSR practices of select companies of AP is collected from the websites of the industries, annual reports, newspapers, magazines, financial statements of the industries and the like. This research study explores about the contribution by the companies towards CSR practices and efforts made for the development of society.

Basic principles of corporate social responsibility management under martial law

Corporate social responsibility is an integral element of the modern business model, especially for large companies. Effective management of this process ensures a positive result for both society and the business itself. Therefore, the study aims to substantiate the theoretical foundations of the management process in the context of corporate social responsibility, considering the military conditions in which Ukrainian business operates. To achieve this goal, a systematic approach and methods of analysis, comparison, deduction, comparison, and decomposition were used. The study analyses current approaches to understanding the corporate social responsibility of business. The main vectors in which the corporate social responsibility of enterprises is implemented are allocated. An author’s interpretation of the concept of corporate social responsibility management was formed. The basic principles of implementation of the communication policy for both the internal audience (company employees) and external stakeholders (partners, customers, society, the state) are formed and argued. The features and main directions of implementation of corporate social responsibility initiatives of Ukrainian businesses in the context of war are studied and highlighted. It is established that the priority of corporate social responsibility of companies in Ukraine is to ensure business continuity (allowing to pay salaries and taxes), ensure the safety of personnel (arrangement of bomb shelters, relocation of employees and their families), support for defence capability (various assistance to the Armed Forces of Ukraine) and assistance to territorial communities. The results of the study can be used by the business environment to form a management mechanism for implementing corporate social responsibility initiatives, as well as by the academic community that studies this issue

Determinants of engagement with and of stakeholders in CSR decision-making: a stakeholder perspective

Purpose This study aims to explore the determinants of engagement with and of stakeholders in corporate social responsibility (CSR) decision-making. Design/methodology/approach Using stakeholder theory, this study is mainly based on business ethics and CSR literature to develop a model depicting social and organizational contextual factors for engagement in the context of CSR decision-making. Findings This study identifies nine antecedents for engagement with and of stakeholders in CSR decision-making. Based on stakeholder perspective, the author explores how engagement constructs are influenced at both social and organizational levels by the determinants stakeholder pressure, stakeholder roles, stakeholder resources, stakeholder relationships, stakeholder management, two-way communication, procedural justice, interactional justice and stakeholder proactive strategy. Practical implications This study provides insights for companies regarding the determinants underlying engagement to reflect its importance in the context of CSR decision-making. Social implications A better understanding of the determinants of engagement is critical because engagement contributes to achieving “win-win” solutions that ensure increased stakeholder satisfaction. Originality/value To the best of the author’s knowledge, this paper is one of the first to explore the determinants of engagement with and of stakeholders in CSR decision-making at both social and organizational levels by referring to stakeholder theory.

The New Wave of CSR-Related Mainstream Accounting Research: On the Performative Effects of Literature Reviews

ABSTRACT This commentary/reflection offers a critical analysis of four articles presenting literature reviews concerning Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) research in accounting published in North American-based or inspired accounting research journals and of the research on which they focus. This analysis is presented against the backdrop of [Gond, J.P., S. Mena, and S. Mosonyi. 2023. The performativity of literature reviewing: Constituting the corporate social responsibility literature through re-presentation and intervention. Organizational Research Methods 26, no. 2: 195–228] conceptualisation of the performative effects of literature reviews, examinations of the recent resurgence of CSR research in top-tier North American-based accounting journals offered by well-established social and environmental accounting (SEA) researchers, as well as in light of some of the many reviews on the same or similar lines of research. Whilst previous examinations of such resurgence focused on regular articles, this reflection focuses on literature reviews, which I consider a negative development in view of what they represent in terms of the self-referencing behaviour already present in the literature they review. This commentary serves the purpose of cautioning those interested in becoming acquainted with accounting research on CSR-related topics that the reviews examined should not be used as an entry point, given that they offer a rather incomplete picture of such research. Rather, they should only be used after having acquired a global view of CSR-related literature.

MODERN FORMS OF SOCIAL PROBLEMS SOLVING (ON THE EXAMPLE OF SOCIAL BUSINESS)

The purpose of the article is to justify social business as a modern form of solving social problems. It is noted that social business arises in the sphere of providing social services. Attention is focused on the very nature of the participation of social businessmen who, through their own activity, satisfy a socially significant demand for certain segments of the population, that is, capable of solving social problems of certain population groups or individuals. It is justified that the idea of modern social business is considered through the historical milestones of its evolution. It is noted that in different periods of society's evolution, the social problems themselves changed, as did their depth for different social groups. The main periods of origin, development and active spread of social business are considered. It is noted that at the first stage, the activities of charitable, volunteer and public organizations in their modern sense were born and gradually spread. Such activities were implemented at the expense of collecting membership fees from citizens or donations from various categories of the population in order to solve a specific social problem. It was determined that the next stage in the development of social business began at the end of the 20th century as a result of the creation of the first social enterprises. It is during this period that the concept of "social business" begins to be used, which takes on the characteristics of a socio-economic phenomenon and is the subject of independent research by scientists. Thus, analyzing the given historical milestones in the development of the phenomenon of social entrepreneurship, two approaches to solving social problems that have arisen in society are highlighted: financial and institutional. It was concluded that the form of solving a social problem should be defined as a method by which a particular type of social problem is mitigated/solved, i.e. providing social services and carrying out social work aimed at supporting the most socially vulnerable categories and persons who find themselves in difficult life circumstances. It is noted that it is appropriate to include social assistance, social protection, and corporate social responsibility of business as a financial form of solving a social problem. Due to the implementation of these forms of solving social problems, societal, group and individual social problems are solved. It is substantiated that under the institutional approach, the solution of social problems is the main type of activity of the relevant business entity and is carried out systematically. In this way, social business acquires such an institutional form that is able to more flexibly contribute to the solution of social problems, that is, social enterprises are formed. The article emphasizes that a social problem is a complex and multidimensional phenomenon that includes many components. General trends in solving social problems in specific countries are concentrated in the principles of social policy formed in it. In addition, social business is essentially an organic component of the social protection system, and therefore an element of the country's social policy. It was concluded that the main differences between the social responsibility of business and social entrepreneurship in solving social problems of society lie in their differences in the very form of solving social problems. For a social business, profit is ensured by solving social problems, which is again reinvested in projects to solve social problems.

Как учесть мнение населения при промышленном освоении Арктики

The article deals with the issues of taking into account the opinion of the local population when justifying and implementing projects for industrial development of the Arctic. The mechanism and procedures for assessing and taking into account the opinion of the population at all stages of the life cycle of a project for exploration and extraction of minerals from its initiation to completion are proposed by informing the population about the project of planned activities, holding public hearings, ethnological expertise, as well as ethnological audit and ethnosocial monitoring. The model of interaction of stakeholders (mining companies, local authorities and indigenous peoples of the North) is based on the concept of sharing joint benefits from the industrial development of the Arctic, which is based on the cooperation of the parties and corporate social responsibility of business in the area of planned activities. It is proposed to protect the interests of indigenous peoples by signing agreements on the socio-economic development of the territory, creating compensation funds and implementing compensation projects of socio-economic, environmental orientation and projects to preserve the culture and ethnos of indigenous peoples, which are formed on the basis of population surveys. 
 The algorithm of multi-criteria evaluation, ranking and selection of compensation projects, taking into account priorities for various groups of the population, as well as economic regulators for supporting compensation projects, including direct action tools (compensation fund, etc.), and indirect action tools (tax incentives, subsidies to support traditional crafts, etc.) is proposed.

Implementing Islamic concept on CSR program of Pertamina in Yogyakarta

This research focuses on discussing how the role of Public Relations PT. Pertamina builds reputation through SMEPP program CSR activities for Joglo Ayu Tenan MSMEs and analysed with an Islamic perspective. The research approach used is qualitative descriptive with case study research methods. Data collection techniques are carried out through in-depth interviews, literature reviews, and document studies. The results showed that PT Pertamina's PR in the implementation of CSR has carried out the value of Islamic perspective and is in accordance with the three elements of CSR implementation, namely accountability, sustainability, and transparency. As for after being studied based on an Islamic perspective, PT Pertamina's CSR implementation has carried out Islamic values, including Al-Adl shown that the beneficiaries of the CSR program are carried out fairly to the beneficiary MSMEs and do not discriminate, Al-Ihsan is realised that the SMEPP CSR Program for Joglo Ayu Tenan MSMEs is the company's concrete contribution in this case to help MSMEs by doing good, from the capital process without usury, coaching, to organising exhibitions to increase MSME sales. The value of benefits by providing coaching and training that focuses on empowerment for national economic recovery, as well as the Amanah element which is realised that the Joglo Ayu Tenan CSR Program is an implementation of the mandate of Law Number 40 of 2007 concerning Limited Liability Companies, then derived in Government Regulation No. 47 of 2012 concerning Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Islamic practices.

Exploring the Impact of Ownership Structure and CEO Power on CSR and Firm Performance in Pakistan: A Comparative Study of Pre, Post and Covid Era as an Emerging Economy

The primary purpose of this research is to acquire a profound comprehension of the impacts of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) on the operations of firms and on society as a whole, with Pakistan serving as the focal point of the research. This study's objective is to determine whether or not there is a moderating effect of CEO power on the relationships that exist between CSR, ownership concentration, and efficient business practices. In-depth research has been conducted on fifty different non-financial enterprises in Pakistan to see how well they performed before, during, and after the Covid-19 Pandemic. On the data that has been gathered, descriptive statistics and regression analysis have been carried out with the assistance of SPSS. The research found that in the middle of the Covid-19 outbreak in Pakistan, the degree of authority held by CEOs had a major impact on the dynamics of the economy. The authority of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) has a significant impact on the relationship between corporate social responsibility (CSR) and the performance of an organization. Even in a developing country like Pakistan, the present study highlights the importance of corporate social responsibility (CSR) and the positive influence it may have on the bottom line of a firm. The purpose of this study is to investigate the beneficial benefits that corporate social responsibility (CSR) has on society, with a particular emphasis on emerging countries such as Pakistan. This research serves as a useful guide by emphasising how important CSR is for linking together the success of businesses and the well-being of the society in which they operate.

Exploring the Impact of Ownership Structure and CEO Power on CSR and Firm Performance in Pakistan: A Comparative Study of Pre, Post and Covid Era as an Emerging Economy

The primary purpose of this research is to acquire a profound comprehension of the impacts of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) on the operations of firms and on society as a whole, with Pakistan serving as the focal point of the research. This study's objective is to determine whether or not there is a moderating effect of CEO power on the relationships that exist between CSR, ownership concentration, and efficient business practices. In-depth research has been conducted on fifty different non-financial enterprises in Pakistan to see how well they performed before, during, and after the Covid-19 Pandemic. On the data that has been gathered, descriptive statistics and regression analysis have been carried out with the assistance of SPSS. The research found that in the middle of the Covid-19 outbreak in Pakistan, the degree of authority held by CEOs had a major impact on the dynamics of the economy. The authority of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) has a significant impact on the relationship between corporate social responsibility (CSR) and the performance of an organization. Even in a developing country like Pakistan, the present study highlights the importance of corporate social responsibility (CSR) and the positive influence it may have on the bottom line of a firm. The purpose of this study is to investigate the beneficial benefits that corporate social responsibility (CSR) has on society, with a particular emphasis on emerging countries such as Pakistan. This research serves as a useful guide by emphasising how important CSR is for linking together the success of businesses and the well-being of the society in which they operate.

Investigating the Impact of Blockchain Technology on Social Sustainability and the Mediating Role of Ethics and CSR

The main aim of this study was to investigate the impact of blockchain technology, business ethics, and corporate social responsibility (CSR) on social sustainability. Additionally, this study sought to explore how CSR and business ethics serve as mediators in shaping these impacts. This study collected data from employees in the banking sector in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), using a purposive sampling technique. A cross-sectional research design was employed, and a questionnaire was developed to gather responses from 416 participants. The usable response rate was 62.67%. This study utilized structural equation modeling (SEM) with SmartPLS as a tool to analyze the data. The results of this study indicate that blockchain technology has a positive influence on CSR, business ethics, and social sustainability. Additionally, CSR and business ethics have a positive effect on social sustainability. This study confirms the mediating role of business ethics and CSR. These findings can be useful for bank officials and academic decisionmakers in developing strategies.

The Influence of Corporate Social Responsibility in Pakistan's Health Insurance Industry in Preserving a Sustainable Competitive Advantage

In Pakistan, health care system is vulnerable and under developing phase. Corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities influence the health insurance sector's competitiveness. This study attempts to investigate the connection between CSR practices and the long-term competitive advantage of Pakistani health insurance carriers. To create a lasting competitive advantage, it aims to pinpoint the precise CSR actions that significantly affect consumer perception, brand reputation, and market placement. The rising significance of CSR in business and its potential effects on the health insurance sector are the driving forces behind this study. Customers are drawn to businesses that show a commitment to ethical business practices as society's consciousness regarding environmental and social concerns rises. To get in-depth understanding of health insurance firms' CSR practices and attitudes, the study uses a qualitative technique. Interviews and focus groups have used to gather data and Thematic analysis has been used as an analysis tool. The themes obtained through thematic analysis are Initiatives to Promote Community Health, Sustainability in corporate sector and social impact, Healthcare accessibility and Affordability, Healthcare Sustainability Promotion, Collaboration and social engagement among corporate stakeholders. CHASS theoretical model has developed based on obtained factors. Future potential for the study includes offering vital information to health insurance firms on the best CSR projects to engage in, strengthening their competitive posture in the market.

Corporate social responsibility and customer loyalty: mediating role of corporate reputation among Generation Z customers of Nepali commercial banks

Purpose Drawing on social identity, signalling and stakeholder theories, this paper aims to examine corporate reputation’s (CR) mediating role concerning corporate social responsibility (CSR) and customer loyalty (CL) among Generation Z customers of Nepali commercial banks. Design/methodology/approach The research applied a cross-sectional survey research design to collect data from 281 customers of Nepali commercial banks. The study used a purposive sampling method to reach the respondents and partial least squares structural equation model was used to test the hypotheses. Findings The results reveal that CSR significantly influences CR and CL. Likewise, CR positively influences CL. Moreover, CR partially mediates the relationship between CSR and CL. It implies that CSR and CR are critical variables for CL among Generation Z customers of Nepali commercial banks. Practical implications This study focuses on understanding the importance of CSR to Nepalese commercial bank managers to create a better customer base by focusing on the CSR dimensions, i.e. economic, environmental and social. It adds to the literature on the theoretical aspect of the study of CSR, particularly in the banking industry. Originality/value It has initially investigated CSR as a higher-order construct to explain the meditational mechanism of CR concerning CSR and CL. Moreover, the study examined the issue of endogeneity.

EVOLUSI RELEVANSI ETIKA BISNIS DAN CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR)

This research aims to describe and analyze the evolution of the relationship between business ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and its impact on modern corporate business practices. The method used is a literature review with data collection from reputable journal databases such as Scopus, Google Scholar, and ScienceDirect and then selected based on topic relevance and methodological quality. The data obtained was analyzed qualitatively to identify concepts related to the relationship between business ethics and CSR, look at existing empirical studies, and summarize relevant findings. The results show that there is a paradigm shift from separate social responsibility to full integration of business ethics and sustainability in core corporate strategies. This is driven by global factors and rising stakeholder expectations. The global implications of this research are that it provides guidance and insights for companies in developing CSR policies that are more effective and responsive to social and environmental issues, as well as enhancing corporate social responsibility globally. This research provides an accurate and well-established picture of the relationship between business ethics and CSR in the current context and can serve as a strong foundation for sustainable and responsible business decision-making.
 
 Keywords: Corporate Social Responsibility, Business Ethics, Sustainability, Evolution

BUSINESS CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY IN THE ECONOMIC RECOVERY OF UKRAINE

The development of corporate social responsibility has been transformed in the context of the war in Ukraine by reorienting sustainability programmes and charitable assistance to the needs of the army, environmental activities and support for socially vulnerable groups of the population. The purpose of the article is to summarize theoretical provisions and develop tools for transforming corporate social responsibility of enterprises with consideration of human values and digitalization processes for the recovery of Ukraine's economy in the wartime and post-war period. The research is based on the unity of macro- and micro-economic approaches to the study of corporate social responsibility using structural and logical methods, methods of systemic and socio-economic analysis. The results of the study are to form a theoretical basis and applied tools for corporate social responsibility of business in accordance with the identified empirical facts and external conditions of the changing economic environment in the evolutionary progress. The transformation of corporate social responsibility involves the introduction of material and social support for the company's personnel and internally displaced persons; provision of medical, social, psychological, legal and security support to socially vulnerable groups; formation of corporate volunteering; and participation in the elimination of the negative environmental consequences of military operations. The practical implementation of the modernised corporate social responsibility programmes involves aligning the company's business strategy with the recovery of Ukraine's economy on the basis of sustainable development. An effective tool for implementing the corporate social responsibility policy should be the digitalisation of interaction between the management of enterprises and customers, suppliers, the public, NGOs and local hromadas. The development of new tools and mechanisms of corporate social responsibility will ensure the implementation of universal, humane, European values in the management of enterprises, improvement of social support for employees, customers, and stakeholders, and the spread of socio-economic and environmental effects on society.

Unlocking the potential of sustainability: the influence of green innovation and supply chain management on corporate performance.

Businesses increasingly recognize the strategic advantage of adopting a green approach, especially in light of the world's growing interest in sustainable development. This strategy appeals to people because it can enhance economic success and ensure long-term sustainability. While there have been numerous studies examining the impact of corporate social responsibility (CSR) on businesses, there is still a significant gap in knowledge regarding the links between CSR, sustainable consumption and production (SCP), green innovation (GI), and green supply chain management (GSCM), and how they collectively contribute to sustainability. This research addresses the gap by exploring the mediating role of GI and GSCM in the relationship between CSR and SCP in contemporary businesses. The study utilized partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) to analyze the survey data collected from a sample of 486 managerial staff members. The findings reveal how CSR impacts SCP through the intermediary effects of GI and GSCM. Furthermore, this research contributes to the existing CSR literature by highlighting the potential benefits of CSR in generating value for the firm's performance. In light of these findings, it is recommended that small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) adjust their strategies and operations to impact the environment, culture, and economy positively. This research underscores the need for a circular economy in GSCM to promote sustainability.

The Effect of Green Investment and Green Financing on Sustainable Business Performance of Foreign Chemical Industries Operating in Indonesia: The Mediating Role of Corporate Social Responsibility

Emerging economies endeavor to achieve a green economy by realizing their potential for sustainable commercial success. Due to natural resource restrictions, businesses must concentrate on green investment, financing, and resources to promote sustainable company performance. To better understand how to implement corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sustainable company performance, this study looks at the effect of green financing and investment. The study used quantitative research techniques through primary and secondary data sources from Indonesia’s 238 sampled international chemical companies. Additionally, a standardized questionnaire was employed in this study to gather data. The study used Smart-PLS and a structural equation model (SEM) to examine the data gathered and determine the relationship between green investment, green financing, CSR, and sustainable business performance. The study shows that green investments and financing significantly and favorably affect CSR and sustainable performance. Additionally, it was found that CSR significantly mediates green investment and green financing with sustainable business performance relationships. This work added to the body of literature and emphasized the significance of each construct. The study’s conclusions also suggested that highly polluting chemical businesses should incorporate green financing, investment, and CSR to improve sustainable economic performance.

The effect of corporate social responsibility on open innovation: the moderating role of firm proactiveness

PurposeOpen innovation (OI) is an effective way to achieve firms' sustainable development in emerging markets. This study aims to investigate the effects of business and philanthropic corporate social responsibility (CSR) on OI and the moderating role of firm proactiveness in such relationships. This study also examines the effects of OI on firms' financial and innovation performance.Design/methodology/approachThis study uses multisource data from 688 firms in China, including data from surveys of top managers and objective data. The Tobit model, Poisson model, and ordinary least squares regression are adopted to test the hypotheses.FindingsThe results suggest that business CSR and philanthropic CSR both have positive effects on OI. Proactiveness weakens the positive effect of business CSR on OI, while strengthening the effect of philanthropic CSR on OI. The results also show that OI increases firm innovation and financial performance.Originality/valueCSR enables firms to build wild, deep and trust-based relationships with external actors, which may benefit firms in open search of knowledge. However, it has not received adequate attention in the literature on OI. The findings contribute to the research on OI drivers from the perspective of social activities and enhance the understanding of how different types of CSR and firm proactiveness work together to influence OI.

Impact of innovation on Corporate Social Responsibility: Evidence from China

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) may lead to many innovations being implemented simultaneously. However, studies on how concurrent innovation techniques affect performance is scarce. To study the complementarity/substitutability in the effectiveness of various forms of innovation, this study examines the combined usage of six different types of innovation. Data from a sample of 1200 Chinese manufacturing Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) were used for the empirical investigation. We find that digital platforms have a positive effect on the capacity reconfiguration of SMEs and business model innovation. This study examines the relationship between stakeholder interactions, reverse knowledge sharing, open innovation (OI) initiatives, and SMEs’ performance in several Chinese industries. The results show that OI initiatives are statistically negligible compared with SMEs’ total performance. We also discover that the link between platforms and CSR business model innovation is mediated by the reorganization of developmental capacity and reconfiguration of substitutional capabilities. In addition to having significant managerial ramifications for policymakers and CSR, to assist businesses in executing technological solutions, these results provide a theoretical contribution to the study of digital platforms and SMEs.

LOGISTICAL SUPPORT FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE CIRCULAR ECONOMY

The aggravation of ecological problems at the global level, as well as the need to solve the economic and social problems of humanity, require the implementation of important economic transformation measures. The circular economy (or closed-loop economy) is a form of production organization related to extending the life cycle of products and minimizing harmful disposal and waste. It is also about sharing, renting, reusing, repairing, refurbishing and recycling existing materials and products as much as possible. As with any type of economic model, the functioning of the circular economy requires a corresponding logistics system. In this context, together with the acceptance of the concept of ecological efficiency and "green" economy in many countries, the new approach of "green logistics" has emerged in international practice. The purpose of this article is to generalize theoretical approaches and to substantiate the conceptual provisions of logistical support for the development of the circular economy in the conditions of global transformations. Methodology. The methodological basis of the study is the scientific work of scientists on the problems of green economy, circular economy, environmental management, waste management, logistics management. The research was conducted using general scientific methods: analysis and synthesis - to summarize the existing conceptual approaches and regulations, scientific developments on the development of the circular economy, greening of logistics systems, green logistics, clarification of terminology; classifications - to systematize theoretical approaches to the definition of "green logistics" proposed by various scientific schools; structural and logical generalization - to determine the key logistics approaches to the development of the circular economy and the principles of green logistics for the implementation of circular business models. Results. In order to present the specific aspects of circular economy logistics, the opinions of researchers from different countries were studied to outline a related synthetic vision. After conducting the study, the current characteristics of the circular economy were identified. Then the current international trends in logistics development were identified. An important trend is the development of "green" logistics. It has been found that many conceptual approaches to the definition of the terms "green" logistics and environmental logistics are generally accepted and have a broader meaning, without taking into account the specifics of the functioning of different areas of economic activity, including the transport sector and logistics activities. Scientific views on the interpretation of the nature and content of the concept of "green" logistics are generalized. It is proposed to consider the concept of "green" logistics as a tool of circular economy. It offers companies a number of advantages and is based on certain principles. As a synergy effect, the massive implementation of the circular economy and green logistics can significantly contribute to solving the socio-economic problems of humanity. Practical implications. The practical significance of this study lies in the fact that the conceptual provisions can be used in practice when developing an organizational and economic mechanism for implementing the concept of green logistics. This mechanism should include such blocks as: management of supplies and purchases of material resources; production of products; warehousing and inventories; logistics flows; risks of logistics activities; logistics service processes; waste recycling; innovation and change. The introduction of the proposed organizational and economic mechanism will reduce the cost of managing the movement of logistics flows and increase the level of environmental safety. This is one of the most important requirements for the implementation of the concept of corporate social responsibility of business in a circular economy. Value/originality. The authors' approach to formulating the category "green logistics" is theoretically substantiated.

Corporate Social Responsibility of Business in Russia: from Charity to Natural Technologies

Research of the New York University and the American company Nielson showed that 81% of people all over the world are sure that business shall take care of the environment. The demand for ecological or green goods is higher as well as for the whole product group. Sense, cultural codes, values, world outlook and ethics are becoming crucial factors of production and consumption in the 21sr century. The role of adequate level of corporate social responsibility (CSR) is rising drastically for the public company. The authors showed that in view of all mentioned above we should speak about quality transformation of policy dealing with CSR, about transition from traditional task to support company reputation at the expense of conventional charity to organization of sustainable social and economic conditions for the development of business in the region, country and in multinational surrounding.