"Accounting for Sustainability"
Navigating Structural and Economic Reform, Climate Change and Economic Uncertainty
Submission Themes & Topics
The conference welcomes submissions in diverse areas of accounting and finance. Papers should address one or more of the following themes:
I. Structural and Economic Reform
1. The Role of Accounting in Supporting Economic Transformation:
Accounting for the circular economy
Measuring and reporting on the social impact of businesses
Developing accounting standards for the sharing economy
Integrating environmental and social costs into financial reporting
2. Navigating Economic Uncertainty:
Accounting for climate-related risks and opportunities
Developing resilience strategies for businesses in uncertain times
The role of accounting in supporting sustainable finance
Assessing the impact of economic reforms on sustainability
II. Climate Change
1. Climate Change Disclosure and Reporting:
Enhancing climate-related financial disclosures
Developing standardized climate risk reporting frameworks
The role of technology in climate change reporting
Assuring the quality and reliability of climate-related information
2. Pricing Carbon and Environmental Externalities:
Accounting for carbon emissions and other environmental externalities
Developing effective carbon pricing mechanisms
The role of accounting in supporting environmental markets
Assessing the impact of carbon pricing on businesses
III. Economic Uncertainty
1. Accounting for Economic Uncertainty:
Developing accounting standards for uncertain events
Assessing the impact of economic uncertainty on business performance
The role of accounting in supporting risk management
Communicating uncertainty to stakeholders
2. The Impact of Economic Uncertainty on Sustainability:
The trade-offs between economic growth and environmental protection
The impact of economic uncertainty on social equity
Developing sustainable business models for uncertain times
The role of accounting in supporting a just transition
IV. Financial Reporting & Disclosure
Sustainability Reporting: Exploring the challenges and opportunities of integrating ESG factors
XBRL & Data Analytics: Utilizing tools to enhance financial reporting quality
IFRS Adoption & Convergence: Analyzing the impact on financial reporting quality
Earnings Management & Fraud: Investigating causes and effective mitigation strategies
V. Cross-Cutting Issues
1. The Role of Technology in Sustainability Accounting:
Blockchain technology and sustainability reporting
Artificial intelligence and sustainability analytics
The use of big data in sustainability accounting
Developing innovative technologies for sustainability measurement
2. Education and Training for Sustainability Accounting:
Developing curricula for sustainability accounting education
Training accountants in sustainability issues
Building capacity in developing countries
Promoting research and innovation in sustainability accounting
Submission Guidelines
Important: All submissions must be made through our online platform. Please ensure your manuscript follows our formatting guidelines and submission requirements.
Paper Requirements
- Original research not published elsewhere
- Abstract of 150-250 words
- Keywords (3-6 terms)
- Proper citation format (APA style)
- References must be current and relevant
Technical Specifications
- File format: PDF or Word
- Font: Times New Roman, 12pt
- Line spacing: 1.5
- Margins: 1 inch on all sides
- Maximum length: 8,000 words
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