Economic Growth Amidst Social and Environmental Uncertainty

Balancing economic growth with social equity and environmental sustainability has become one of the defining challenges of our time. Climate change, resource depletion, and widening inequalities highlight the urgent need for policies that foster development without exacerbating global crises. Advancements in technology, renewable energy, and corporate responsibility present opportunities to create more resilient and equitable systems, while international cooperation remains crucial to addressing shared risks. Understanding these dynamics is essential for shaping a future where prosperity does not come at the expense of social justice or environmental stability. Economic Growth Amidst Social and Environmental Uncertainty examines the complex interplay between economic growth, environmental sustainability, and social equity in the face of global crises. It brings together interdisciplinary perspectives, case studies, and policy analyses to explore pathways toward more just, innovative, and sustainable development. Covering topics such as climate change, financial risk tolerance, and sustainable development, this book is an excellent resource for policymakers, government officials, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), advocacy groups, business leaders, academicians, and more.

Author Biography

Oytun Meçik is a Professor at Eskişehir Osmangazi University, Department of Economics. Meçik completed his undergraduate education at Eskişehir Osmangazi University in 2008, his master’s degree at Uşak University in 2010, and his doctorate in Economics at Anadolu University in 2014. He received the title of Associate Professor in Macroeconomics in 2017 and became a Professor in 2023. Meçik, who has conducted numerous studies in the fields of labor markets and social and economic networks, is currently researching social capital, education-job mismatches, the effects of digital transformation, and innovation economics. Meçik serves as editor and editorial board member in international journals and publishers. Meçik is a member of the Turkish Economic Association and the Regional Science Turkish National Committee.