This book provides a detailed overview of the causes, effects, and solutions to climate change as well as net zero policies in order to harness emerging technologies in order to address global warming and adopt sustainable practices for future generations without damaging the resources of today.
Dr Oyenuga Michael Oyedele (PhD) is a Carbon Literacy Certificate recipient (Nottingham Business School, UK & PRME), he is African Group of Negotiators Experts Support (AGNES) certified Climate Governance, Diplomacy and Negotiations Leader and a Manaaki Scholar (New Zealand Government). He has established himself as a thought leader in consumer behaviour, digital sustainability, and climate-conscious economic policies. His academic journey, spanning multiple institutions across Nigeria, the United States, India and Malaysia has equipped him with a multidisciplinary perspective that uniquely positions him to drive conversations on sustainability, technology, and net zero policies. He is an Associate Professor and Assistant Dean of International Relations for the School of Business at Woxsen University, Hyderabad, India,
Dr Rubee Singh (Ph.D.) is an assistant professor of HR at Institute of Business Management, GLA University, India. She is a post-doc (D. Litt.) researcher at Kumaun University, Nainital, India. She holds a PhD in management from Noida International University India, and an MBA in HR from Dr A.P. J Abdul Kalam Technical University, India. She has published 20 academic books, and more than 100+ research papers in SCI, ABDC-A, Scopus & UGC index journals. She has an excellent research track record with 1000+ citations on Google Scholar and H-index-20. Her areas of research are net zero, circular economy, digital CE, sustainability, digital HRM, sustainable HRM, industry 4.0, AI and CSR. She has been honoured with many prestigious awards, which include consecutive Best Researchers Award of the Year-2022-23, and 2023-24 by GLA University, Iconic Faculty Award 2019, International Young Researchers Award-2021, and Young Scientist Award 2020.
Dr Stella Bolanle Apata (Ph.D.) is a trailblazer in the intersection of language education, AI, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and sustainability. With an illustrious academic career and groundbreaking research, she champions the role of emerging technologies in driving Net Zero solutions. Her latest book delves into how AI, digital innovations, and green literacy can revolutionize industries, fostering a sustainable future. Backed by rigorous research and practical insights, this book is an essential guide for educators, policymakers, and business leaders committed to climate action. Dr. Apata's visionary work cements her as a global thought leader, shaping a greener, tech-driven tomorrow.
Dr Shahbaz Khan (Ph.D.) is an assistant professor at the Department of Industrial Engineering, University of Tabuk, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. He has published more than 100+ research articles in many reputed journals including Scopus, SCI, and ABDC-A categories such as Business Strategy and Environment, Annals of Operation Research, Operations Management Research. He has an excellent research track record with 5000 citations on Google Scholar and H-index-37. Dr Khan was among the Top 2 % of Highly Cited Researchers in 2024 acknowledged by Stanford University and Elsevier scientists globally. He has obtained his PhD and M. Tech degree with specialization in Industrial and Production Engineering from Jamia Millia Islamia India. He is a gold medalist in M. Tech. He is a member of the International Association of Engineers, Thailand. His research interests are supply chain management, digital supply chain management, circular economy and sustainability, Industry 4.0, blockchain, artificial intelligence, benchmarking, and decision modeling for sustainable business. He has published five books including springer, Elsevier, Springer, and De Gruyter.
Prof. Vikas Kumar (PhD) is a Deputy Vice-Chancellor Research and Innovation at University of Portsmouth, UK. Previously, he was an Associate Dean for Research Innovation and Enterprise at the Faculty of Business, Law and Social Sciences, Birmingham City University, UK. He is also a Professor of Operations and Supply Chain Management. Prof Kumar has over a decade of teaching and research experience. Prof Kumar earned his Ph.D. in Management from the University of Exeter, United Kingdom. He did his graduation (B. Tech) from the National Institute of Advanced Manufacturing Technology Ranchi (Formerly NIFFT), India. He has published over 350 journal articles and conference papers. He has an excellent research track record with 19,000+ citations on Google Scholar and an H-index of 74. Prof. Kumar was among the Top 1% of Highly Cited Researchers in 2024. For the third consecutive year in 2024, Stanford University and Elsevier acknowledged him as one of the Top 2% of scientists globally.
