Assessing costs and benefits - what role to play?

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The International Federation of Accountants has released a study that focuses on the potential role of management accountants in companies' environmental management efforts and in furthering sustainable development plans. The study identifies four functions that are at the core of environmental management accounting: cost accounting, risk assessment, financial management, and information systems. These four functions are discussed.

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Comparing government reporting: looking for accountability

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Issues are presented concerning the public accountability of the government for its management of public finances. The low level of government accountability when compared with corporate accountability is discussed.

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Environmental reporting: thinking local

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The handling of environmental issues at local government level in Australia is discussed. Aspects discussed include the obstacles to the introduction of environmental accounting.

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