Spanish Sociedades Laborales Activating The Unemployed

Author : Jens Lowitzsch,Sophie Dunsch,Iraj Hashi
Publisher : Springer
Page : 129 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2017-11-19
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783319548708

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Spanish Sociedades Laborales—Activating the Unemployed by Jens Lowitzsch,Sophie Dunsch,Iraj Hashi Pdf

This book investigates the potential of the Spanish Sociedades Laborales (SLs) as an instrument of active labour market policy for re-turning the unemployed to the labour market and also the transferability of the scheme to other EU Member States. Spanish Sociedades Laborales (SLs) – mostly small and micro enterprises – are a qualified form of conventional corporation, majority-owned by their permanent employees. Unemployed persons can capitalise their unemployment benefits as a lump sum to start a new SL or to recapitalise an existing SL by joining it. This makes SLs similar to start-up subsidies for the unemployed, an established instrument of active labour market policy across the EU. The new 2015 Law on Worker-Owned and Participatory Companies substantially modernised the concept of SLs 30 years after its inception. The book tackles two currently widely discussed policy issues at both the EU level as well as the national level, i.e., reactivating unemployed in the context of ALMP and encouraging employee co-ownership in the context of the economic reform agenda in particular with regard to corporate governance, regional economic stimuli and distributive justice.

Author : Elouadi, Sara
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 255 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2021-11-19
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781799885597

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Employee Share Ownership and Impacts on Organizational Value and Behavior by Elouadi, Sara Pdf

Employee share ownership is generally put forward as a method of strengthening social ties in the company and a tool for sharing the fruits of growth. The COVID-19 pandemic has inflicted permanent financial damage to businesses and, unfortunately, forced them to consider worst-case-scenarios to mop up liquidity problems. In order to reduce the social cost of the crisis to preserve jobs, companies are called upon to act in solidarity with their employees by promoting employee share ownership. Employee Share Ownership and Impacts on Organizational Value and Behavior gathers informational feedback on the practice of employee share ownership and its effects on the attitude and value of companies and its ability to alleviate the financial damage of the COVID-19 pandemic. Covering topics such as family firms, attitudinal effects, and quality of governance, this book provides an essential resource for employee ownership professionals, business managers, researchers, politicians, decision makers, cooperative businesses, business students, professors, researchers, and academicians.

Author : Sabine Loebbe,Fereidoon Sioshansi,David Robinson
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 516 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2022-07-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780323911399

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Energy Communities by Sabine Loebbe,Fereidoon Sioshansi,David Robinson Pdf

Energy Communities explores core potential systemic benefits and costs in engaging consumers into communities, particularly relating to energy transition. The book evaluates the conditions under which energy communities might be regarded as customer-centered, market-driven and welfare-enhancing. The book also reviews the issue of prevalence and sustainability of energy communities and whether these features are likely to change as opportunities for distributed energy grow. Sections cover the identification of welfare considerations for citizens and for society on a local and national level, and from social, economic and ecological perspectives, while also considering different community designs and evolving business models. Defines and conceptualizes the energy community for the current generation of researchers and practitioners facing the energy transition Explores the main benefits and challenges in forming energy communities and to what extent they are welfare-enhancing Examines under what terms, conditions, regulations or policies energy communities can be beneficially and successfully organized and why Reviews the combination of business models and forms of organization which are conducive to economic feasibility and the commercial success of energy communities

Author : Binod Koirala,Ellen van Oost,Henny J. van der Windt
Publisher : Mdpi AG
Page : 330 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2021-12-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 3036513868

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New Pathways for Community Energy and Storage by Binod Koirala,Ellen van Oost,Henny J. van der Windt Pdf

Local communities are increasingly taking on active roles and emerging as new actors in energy systems. Community energy and energy storage may enable effective energy system integration and ensure maximum benefits of local generation, leading to more flexible and resilient energy supply systems and playing an important role in achieving renewable energy and climate policy objectives. In this book, we summarize the different topics covered in the international conference on new pathways for community energy and storage in the form of the 14 articles published in this Special Issue on the same topic. It addresses important developments and challenges related to local energy transitions and the role of community energy and energy storage therein.

Author : OECD
Publisher : OECD Publishing
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2018-11-07
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789264306943

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The Future of Social Protection What Works for Non-standard Workers? by OECD Pdf

Social protection systems are often still designed for the archetypical full-time dependent employee. Work patterns deviating from this model – be it self-employment or online "gig work" – can lead to gaps in social protection coverage. Globalisation and digitalisation are likely to exacerbate ...

Author : Sharryn Kasmir
Publisher : SUNY Press
Page : 268 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 1996-01-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 0791430030

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The Myth of Mondragon by Sharryn Kasmir Pdf

This is the first critical account of the internationally renowned Mondragon cooperatives of the Basque region of Spain. The Mondragon cooperatives are seen as the leading alternative model to standard industrial organization; they are considered to be the most successful example of democratic decision making and worker ownership. However, the author argues that the vast scholarly and popular literature on Mondragon idealizes the cooperatives by falsely portraying them as apolitical institutions and by ignoring the experiences of shop floor workers. She shows how this creation of an idealized image of the cooperatives is part of a new global ideology that promotes cooperative labor-management relations in order to discredit labor unions and working-class organizations; this constitutes what she calls the "myth" of Mondragon.

Author : Cathrine Seierstad,Patricia Gabaldon,Heike Mensi-Klarbach
Publisher : Springer
Page : 263 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2017-09-13
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783319561424

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Gender Diversity in the Boardroom by Cathrine Seierstad,Patricia Gabaldon,Heike Mensi-Klarbach Pdf

This edited collection provides a structured and in-depth analysis of the current use of quota strategies for resolving the pressing issue of gender inequality, and the lack of female representation on corporate boards. Filling the gap in existing literature on this topic, the two volumes of Gender Diversity in the Boardroom offers systematic overviews of current debates surrounding the optimisation of gender diversity, and the suggested pathways for progress. Focusing on sixteen European countries, the skilled contributors explore the current situation in relation to women on boards debates and approaches taken. They include detailed reflections from critical stakeholders, such as politicians, practitioners and policy-makers. Volume 1 focuses on eight European countries having adopted quotas and is a promising and highly valuable resource for academics, practitioners, policy makers and anyone interested in gender diversity because it examines and critiques the current corporate governance system and national strategies for increasing the share of women not only on boards, but within companies beyond the boardroom.

Author : Jens Lowitzsch
Publisher : Springer
Page : 797 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2019-01-09
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9783319935188

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Energy Transition by Jens Lowitzsch Pdf

Consumer (co-)ownership in renewable energy (RE) is essential to the overall success of Energy Transition. In June 2018, the European Union agreed on a corresponding enabling framework as part of a recast of the Renewable Energy Directive (RED II). The transposition of these comprehensive rules – in particular those on local RE communities – requires developing, implementing and rolling out business models that broaden the capital participation of consumers. The challenge is to include municipalities and/or commercial investors like SMEs and advance to economies of scale while retaining the benefits of individual consumer participation. This book is addressed to energy consumers in local communities, their municipalities and to the policy makers who represent them. Additionally, non-EU countries, in particular those where rural areas have limited access to energy, e.g. in Asia, Africa and Latin America, may be interested in the benefits of consumer ownership. While demand for energy in developing countries is growing, access to energy is crucial for improving the quality of life. The editor of this book presents a new model of consumer ownership in RE for both the EU and countries worldwide. Part One describes the rationale for consumer ownership in RE with regard to social, organizational, legal and financial conditions. Part Two discusses the issue of financing RE and introduces a new financing technique, the Consumer Stock Ownership Plan (CSOP), comparing it to traditional models. Part Three provides 18 country studies from Europe, North America, South America and Asia, organized so as to enable a cross-country comparison of policy approaches and feasibility. Policy recommendations are based on the results of this survey. Part Four summarizes, compares the best practice cases, presents a cost-benefit analysis of “prosumage” and against this background evaluates the impact on future policy.

Author : Francisco Gutiérrez Sanín,Gerd Schönwälder
Publisher : IDRC
Page : 365 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2010-09-15
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780745330631

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Economic Liberalization and Political Violence by Francisco Gutiérrez Sanín,Gerd Schönwälder Pdf

A study of workers struggles against management regimes in Britain's car industry from the Second World War to the late 1980s.

Author : World Bank
Publisher : World Bank Publications
Page : 470 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : UCSD:31822023394448

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Glosario Del Banco Mundial by World Bank Pdf

This edition of the World Bank has been revised and expanded by the Terminology Unit in the Languages Services Division of the World Bank in collaboration with the English, Spanish, and French Translation Sections. The Glossary is intended to assist the Bank's translators and interpreters, other Bank staff using French and Spanish in their work, and free-lance translator's and interpreters employed by the Bank. For this reason, the Glossary contains not only financial and economic terminology and terms relating to the Bank's procedures and practices, but also terms that frequently occur in Bank documents, and others for which the Bank has a preferred equivalent. Although many of these terms, relating to such fields as agriculture, education, energy, housing, law, technology, and transportation, could be found in other sources, they have been assembled here for ease of reference. A list of acronyms occurring frequently in Bank texts (the terms to which they refer being found in the Glossary) and a list of international, regional, and national organizations will be found at the end of the Glossary.

Author : International Labour Office. Central Library and Documentation Branch
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1274 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Labor
ISBN : STANFORD:36105116557310

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International Labour Documentation by International Labour Office. Central Library and Documentation Branch Pdf

Author : International Monetary Fund
Publisher : International Monetary Fund
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2015-04-20
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781498344654

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Fiscal Policy and Long-Term Growth by International Monetary Fund Pdf

This paper explores how fiscal policy can affect medium- to long-term growth. It identifies the main channels through which fiscal policy can influence growth and distills practical lessons for policymakers. The particular mix of policy measures, however, will depend on country-specific conditions, capacities, and preferences. The paper draws on the Fund’s extensive technical assistance on fiscal reforms as well as several analytical studies, including a novel approach for country studies, a statistical analysis of growth accelerations following fiscal reforms, and simulations of an endogenous growth model.

Author : Jordi Estivill
Publisher : International Labour Organization
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Education
ISBN : 9221136523

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Concepts and Strategies for Combating Social Exclusion by Jordi Estivill Pdf

Millions of human beings the world over survive in conditions of poverty and social exclusion, and this is unlikely to change in the years to come. This grave situation affects the whole of humanity, which cannot and must not shut its eyes to it. Social exclusion is spreading so much that it is becoming one of the keys to understanding the economic and social situation of the world today. This book attempts to deciper the concept of social exclusion. It aims to identify, analyse and measure exclusion and make it more visible. It also aims to provide a detailed overview of those involved and their initiatives.

Author : Rex A. Hudson
Publisher : Government Printing Office
Page : 538 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : History
ISBN : 0844410454

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Cuba by Rex A. Hudson Pdf

"Describes and analyzes the economic, national security, political, and social systems and institutions of Cuba."--Amazon.com viewed Jan. 4, 2021.

Author : David M. De Ferranti
Publisher : World Bank Publications
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : UTEXAS:059173009847795

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De los recursos naturales a la economía del conocimiento by David M. De Ferranti Pdf

The study questions whether, after a decade of remarkable progress in trade reform, Latin America and the Caribbean really integrates into the global market, offering a promising rapid growth, and good jobs for its workers. For despite the incidence of the loosely called "knowledge economy", the concern prevails that most countries' rich natural resources, still are the determining factor for exports. Policy recommendations include fostering openness to trade, market access, and foreign direct investment flows, in addition to building human capital, institutions, and public infrastructure, without disregarding the natural advantages. To this end, policymakers should aim at developing educational systems that provide quality education, focused on lifelong learning, and training activities to build human capital. Emphasis should follow on research and development (R&D) incentives, and innovations systems, arguing that countries should experiment with taxation incentives, and subsidies to promote both private, and public investments in R&D, (dependent on the institutional capacity of governments to enforce tax laws, and monitor the quality of investments). Moreover, evidence in this report, suggests that information, and communications technology (ICT) can reduce coordination costs, enabling an effective industrialization, and market access.