| dc.description.abstract | In today's world, striking a balance between economic growth and environmental protection has become a critical challenge for organizations. The United Nations has emphasized the urgent need to address climate change, a threat that poses significant risks to both humanity and the planet. Despite the ambitious targets set for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, current national commitments are insufficient, demanding effective action at all levels to tackle this crisis. Sustainable forestry initiatives have been recognized as crucial for mitigating and adapting to climate change, although concerns have been raised about potential adverse environmental impacts of large-scale forestation efforts. This master's thesis delves into the decision-making processes of corporations and investors, examining how they prioritize environmental responsibility. With a specific focus on Green Resources (GR), a forestry company, the research employs a qualitative methodology to explore the motivations, obstacles, and criteria for investing in the forestry sector in an environmentally responsible manner. The study employs a variety of sources, including interviews, literature, reports, official documents, business reports, and websites, to provide a comprehensive analysis of the intricate nature of environmentally responsible investing, using GR's operations in Mozambique as a case study. | |
