2023
Autores
Ines, A; Diniz, A; Moreira, AC;
Publicação
CLEANER ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS
Abstract
As being environmentally responsible is a potential source of competitive advantage, incorporating genuine environmental practices across the supply chain may help firms capitalize on the growing demand for corporate accountability and consumer awareness. Therefore, it is important to understand to what extent firms are using greenwashing to mislead their stakeholders in the supply chain. The purpose of this paper is to review the existing literature regarding greenwashing in supply chain management (SCM) to shed light on the main thematic groups addressed in the literature, understand its challenges and develop a framework that highlights the key drivers that companies need to tackle to prevent greenwashing in supply chains. For this purpose, we have conducted a systematic literature review, following a three-stage method. It was possible to identify possible solutions to prevent greenwashing across four main dimensions of SCM: consumers/customers; relationships between focal firms and suppliers; certification programs and reporting assessment; and corporate leadership. We provide a framework to help firms develop their sustainable strategy and prevent greenwashing along the supply chain. This paper synthesizes the challenges that firms face when implementing a sustainable supply chain, suggests solutions to prevent greenwashing and provides future research avenues.
2023
Autores
Falcao, R; Moreira, AC; Carneiro, MJ;
Publicação
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND INNOVATION
Abstract
Besides the extraordinary impact of Business Angels (BAs) as the leading contributors to fund entrepreneurship at the early stage, the value BAs perceive from their investment activity has not yet been fully explored. Based on a new holistic perspective resulting from marketing and consumer behaviour, this article builds on the concept of perceived investment value to create a new instrument that measures the overall value perceived by BAs in their investing activity. Data were collected through a survey questionnaire with 849 BAs from 79 countries. The instrument created was tested through Structural Equation Modelling. The results reveal that: (i) BAs are not purely financial investors and expect more than just money from their activity, as self-esteem, entrepreneurship, emotion and altruism are the main dimensions that explain angel perceived investment value (APIV), with economic and functional dimensions being the least influential; (ii) APIV positively influences their job satisfaction; and (iii) angels satisfied with their jobs are more likely to reinvest their money and engage in positive word-of-mouth. A multigroup comparison was implemented, validating the results for males and females, novices and veterans and light and heavy investors.
2023
Autores
Inês, A; Moreira, AC;
Publicação
POLISH JOURNAL OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES
Abstract
The consumption of plant-based beverages has seen a substantial increase in Portugal, which reflects the consumers changing eating habits, due to their growing ethical and environmental concerns. This study takes into account a specific Portuguese brand of plant-based beverages and empirically tested, using the PLS-SEM technique, a conceptual model to analyze the impact of perceived value, brand equity and satisfaction on loyalty intentions of Portuguese plant-based beverages' consumers. Based on 216 responses to a survey questionnaire, both the perceived value and the brand equity of this plant-based beverage brand explain satisfaction and loyalty intention. Moreover, brand equity mediates the relationship between perceived value and satisfaction and loyalty intention being this indirect effect more relevant than the direct one.
2023
Autores
Moreira, AC; Pereira, CR; Lopes, MF; Calisto, RAR; Vale, VT;
Publicação
CUADERNOS DE GESTION
Abstract
Although city branding is not new, the importance of sustainability and environmental demands is placing an enormous chal-lenge in city/place branding activities. As such, the aim of this article is to analyze how sustainable/green city/place branding is understood and what its main idiosyncrasies are. For that an exploratory literature review was implemented and 32 articles were analyzed. It is possible to conclude that there are three main strands covering the topic related to green, sustainable, and slow city (cittaslow) or place branding. Moreover, green resources are dealt with seeking to improve the image of the city, the quality of urban life, and the green spaces supporting the city as a tourism destination. Complementarily, sustainabil-ity embraces also economic and social aspects, which are not fully covered in the previous strand. Finally, the cittaslow perspective follows a sustainable perspective more closely than the green/environmental one. The three strands are very segmented and the stage of development is still in a growing up stage. The stakeholders play an important role in disclosing the natural resources, the environmental challenges for a city/place to develop a positive sustainable reputation. Finally, there is an important role from the public policy perspective to position the city as a green, sustainable place destination.
2023
Autores
Addae, JA; Mota, J; Moreira, AC;
Publicação
COGENT BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT
Abstract
To forestall future financial crises, risk governance has been embraced as a line of defense. Therefore, this paper seeks to synthesize the risk governance literature, identifying gaps, and suggesting direction for future research, through a systematic literature review (SLR). Analyzing 151 papers from the Scopus and Web of Science databases, this paper finds a steady increase in academic work on risk governance. Using the theory, context, characteristics, and methodology (TCCM) framework, the study emphasizes the importance of chief risk officers, geographical context coverage, and effectiveness and regulation of risk governance. Methodologically, endogeneity issues are a major concern for researchers, agency theory (AT) being the most popular theory used. Finally, moderating and mediating variables that affect risk governance are identified as important but under-explored. While providing practitioners and policymakers with a framework, empirical testing is encouraged. The study contributes to SDG Goal 8, Target 10 of strengthening financial institutions and promoting a resilient financial system.
2023
Autores
Ivanova, G; Moreira, AC;
Publicação
SUSTAINABILITY
Abstract
The growing demand for conventional internal combustion engine vehicles can aggravate the current energy and environmental crisis by presenting a higher dependence on fossil fuels and a higher level of greenhouse gases. The transition to electric mobility is a sustainable solution to mitigate the negative impact on the environment and energy security. In recent years, global sales of electric vehicles (EVs) have grown steadily; however, their worldwide market share is still less than 10%. The present study aims to improve and strengthen the knowledge base on consumer behavior toward EV purchases by investigating the antecedents of EV purchase intention, as well as their impact. This paper is based on a systematic literature review where 63 articles published between 1994 and 2021 were analyzed. The antecedents were classified into three main categories: consumer characteristics, EV characteristics, and EV-related policies. A summary model represents the impact information of each of the main antecedents. The descriptive results of the sample are also discussed. Finally, this study indicates directions for future research and recommendations for developing the most effective strategies and policies that will accelerate the transition to a more sustainable future.
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