Social and Sustainable Finance for Social Innovation and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

In an era where global challenges require innovative and coordinated responses, in-depth financial strategies may drive positive social change. From impact investing to crowdfunding, various forms of financing can support social enterprises and innovation, contributing to the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). As such, there is a need to disseminate knowledge about various aspects and emerging trends involved in the nexus of social finance, sustainable finance, social innovation, and the SDGs. Therefore, insight is needed into innovative financial instruments and regulatory environments in order to put theory into actionable practice. Social and Sustainable Finance for Social Innovation and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) provides up-to-date research on the emergence and role of social and sustainable finance in fostering social innovation and achieving SDGs. By bridging the gap between theory and practice, it advances the understanding and applications of social and sustainable finance to drive positive social change and contribute to global sustainability. Covering topics such as digital lending, crowdfunding, and responsible consumption, this book is an excellent resource for financial practitioners, innovators, sustainability experts, environmentalists, non-governmental organization (NGO) officials, professionals, researchers, scholars, academicians, and more.