Authors : Jared Okello Otieno; Joshua Wanjare

Volume/Issue : Volume 9 - 2024, Issue 5 - May

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Abstract : This literature review examines the concept of environmental accounting and its potential impact on business sustainability, with a specific focus on Turkana County, Kenya. The review explores the existing literature on environmental accounting, including its global perspective, its application in Africa, and its relevance to the unique environmental and socio-economic challenges faced by Turkana County. The review also discusses empirical studies and theoretical frameworks related to environmental accounting and business sustainability. The findings highlight the importance of integrating environmental data and information into accounting systems and the potential benefits for businesses in terms of cost reduction, improved sustainability, and stakeholder engagement. The review concludes with the identification of research gaps and the significance of conducting a case study in Turkana County to contribute to the understanding of environmental accounting's practical implications in emerging economies.

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