MOMA hosts the 7th edition of the CSEAR France conference
The 7th edition of the CSEAR (Center for Social and Environmental Accounting Research) France Congress took place on June 5 and 6. This event brought together experts in environmental and social accounting, providing a platform for exchanging innovative ideas, presenting research, and discussing possible future collaborations.
WHAT IS THE CSEAR?
The CSEAR (Center for Social and Environmental Accounting Research) is aresearch center based at the University of St Andrews Business School in Scotland. It was established in the late 1980s and brings together researchers in social and environmental accounting (SEA) from many countries.
CSEAR France, the satellite office of the research center in France, aims to encourage social and environmental research (SER), particularly in France, and to offer the French community greater visibility and a space for informal exchanges, stimulation, and promotion of these topics. The French office is composed of:
- Sophie Spring, Montpellier Management – University of Montpellier
- Charles H. Cho, Schulich School of Business, York University
- Jonathan Maurice, University of Toulouse Capitole
7THEDITION OF THE CSEAR CONGRESS
This year, Montpellier Management had the privilege of organizing the 7th edition of the CSEAR France Congress. This annual traveling event brings togetherexperts in environmental and social accounting, providing a platform for exchange and knowledge sharing in this constantly evolving field.
Sophie Spring, who had already coordinated the conference in 2013 (during its second edition), once again contributed her expertise and assistance to the organization of the event. The seventh edition was a resounding success, with 69 experts from 13 different countries participating, including Belgium, Cameroon, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Thailand, Turkey, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
The conference program included 55 presentations in parallel sessions, offering a wide range of topics in French and English. In addition, a "dual" keynote presentation was offered, combining both academic and practical aspects to cover the latest advances and emerging trends in sustainable accounting.
The event provided a valuable opportunity for participants to share their knowledge and experiences in an environment conducive to learning and collaboration. Experts presented their latest research, highlighting advances and emerging trends in the field of sustainable accounting. Passionate debates and enriching discussions paved the way for potential collaborations between researchers, practitioners, and policymakers, creating a unique synergy to promote sustainable accounting practices.
Article originally published on the website of Montpellier Management