Sustainable Corporate Governance and Urban Economic Resilience
A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Economic and Business Aspects of Sustainability".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 February 2026 | Viewed by 319
Special Issue Editors
Interests: ESG principles; financial sustainability; sustainable business strategies; corporate governance
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Interests: environmental economics; sustainable development; economic growth and climate impact; corporate governance; organizational performance
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Corporate governance has evolved into a fundamental determinant of economic resilience, particularly within the context of urban economies that are increasingly exposed to financial, environmental, and socio-political disruptions. As global cities face challenges such as rapid urbanization, climate change, and economic volatility, the integration of sustainability principles within corporate governance frameworks has become paramount for ensuring long-term urban economic stability. This Special Issue will investigate the interplay between sustainable corporate governance and urban economic resilience, examining how governance mechanisms, regulatory frameworks, and business strategies contribute to fostering robust, adaptable, and sustainable urban economic systems.
This Special Issue will include theoretical analyses and empirical studies addressing the following:
- The role of ESG (environmental, social, and governance) strategies in strengthening urban economic systems;
- The relationship between corporate governance and economic resilience in urban business ecosystems;
- Financial sustainability as a determinant of economic adaptability in cities;
- Public–private partnerships and governance models promoting sustainable urban development;
- Digitalization and its impact on corporate governance and urban economic resilience;
- Regulatory policies and their role in enhancing sustainable corporate governance within urban economies.
By incorporating interdisciplinary insights from finance, business ethics, public policy, and urban planning, this Special Issue will highlight governance models that can strengthen urban economies against systemic shocks and long-term disruptions. Furthermore, it will offer actionable policy recommendations to corporate decision-makers, regulatory authorities, and urban planners to facilitate a transition towards more sustainable and resilient economic structures.
This Special Issue will enhance the existing body of literature by providing new empirical evidence and theoretical frameworks that underscore the importance of corporate governance in sustaining urban economies. Contributions from diverse academic disciplines and methodological approaches, ranging from qualitative case studies to econometric analyses, are encouraged to ensure a holistic understanding of the subject matter.
Dr. Stefania Cristina Curea
Dr. Monica Aureliana Petcu
Dr. Catalina Motofei
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- corporate sustainability
- ESG strategies
- urban economic resilience
- sustainable finance
- business ethics and governance
- circular economy in urban environments
- green financial policies
- stakeholder engagement
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