This introduction outlines the development of corporate social responsibility (CSR) and corporate social irresponsibility (CSI) from its origins to today, identifies the major trends in the field, and points towards some troubling developments in the recent CSR debate. This sets the scene for...

This study introduces the construct of Perceived Marketplace Influence (PMI) and investigates its role in mediating the relationship between environmental concern and sustainable consumption behavior. A nationwide survey shows that Perceived Marketplace Influence plays an important role in...

In the face of growing worldwide interest in corporate social responsibility (CSR), this paper explores corporate practices and consumer perceptions related to CSR. Based on literature and qualitative data from interviews with managers and consumers, a conceptualization of corporate practice and...