Incorporating Purpose: The New Legal Foundations for the Corporation and its Management (Elements in Corporate Governance)

Description

Incorporating Purpose presents a comprehensive analysis of how corporations can legally embed social and environmental purpose into their core operations and governance structures. The authors argue that traditional shareholder-centric models are inadequate for addressing contemporary challenges, including climate change, inequality, and social instability.

The book provides innovative legal frameworks and governance mechanisms that enable companies to pursue multiple objectives beyond profit maximization. It examines successful case studies and policy innovations worldwide, demonstrating practical pathways for purpose-driven corporate reform. The work bridges theory and practice, offering guidance for policymakers, corporate leaders, and governance professionals seeking to create more sustainable and socially responsible business models.

Part of the Elements in Corporate Governance series, this volume contributes significantly to ongoing debates about the role of corporations in society and the legal tools available to reshape their purpose and accountability.