Rizal Fahmi, Hilal Ramdhani , Hudaya Latuconsina, Sri Jaya Lesmana

Corporate Social Responsibility: Environmental Concern Through the Application of Communitarian Citizenship Thinking

Introduction

Corporate social responsibility: environmental concern through the application of communitarian citizenship thinking. Explore Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in addressing environmental damage caused by industry. This paper proposes communitarian thinking for fostering environmental awareness & sustainable practices.

Abstract

Environmental awareness is an integral part of the sustainability of ecosystems worldwide that are starting to be damaged due to rapid industry. The rise of industrial companies in Indonesia impacts environmental damage and has drawn criticism from the community, so corporate social responsibility was formed, which is a form of corporate commitment to its social environment to maintain environmental sustainability and empowerment of the surrounding community. Ideologically, environmental damage is inseparable from the muscular liberalism that pays little attention to ecological elements. This paper seeks to raise an alternative study of communitarian CSR that understands environmental awareness. Communitarianism focuses on the social reality that must be maintained and cared for to raise collective consciousness, including environmental elements. This paper uses a literature study to examine the understanding of communitarianism. The knowledge gained from the literature search is that communitarianism provides a different perspective from liberalism regarding self and environment, so it is interesting to apply communitarian thinking in companies to implement environmental awareness as an alternative to solving environmental problems where this condition indicates the need for a movement based on communal awareness in reforestation. The more communal awareness of nature is built on the impact of community pressure on the government to make a rule that pays attention to environmental problems.

Review

The paper titled "Corporate Social Responsibility: Environmental Concern Through the Application of Communitarian Citizenship Thinking" presents a compelling conceptual argument for reframing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) through a communitarian lens. It highlights the critical need for environmental awareness in the face of rapid industrialization, particularly in contexts like Indonesia, and critiques the shortcomings of "muscular liberalism" in addressing ecological damage. By proposing communitarianism as an alternative, the authors aim to foster a collective consciousness and commitment to environmental sustainability and community empowerment, utilizing a literature-based approach to explore this ideological shift. A key strength of this paper is its innovative theoretical contribution, offering a fresh perspective on how companies can genuinely engage with environmental concerns. The abstract effectively positions communitarian citizenship thinking as a powerful antidote to more individualistic or profit-driven approaches to CSR, emphasizing the role of social reality and collective responsibility. The argument that communal awareness can lead to community pressure on governments for environmental regulations is particularly insightful, suggesting a broader societal impact beyond the immediate corporate sphere. By linking abstract philosophical concepts to the very tangible and urgent problem of environmental degradation, the paper establishes a strong foundation for a more ethically grounded and effective approach to corporate responsibility. While the conceptual framework is promising, the abstract leaves some room for further clarification regarding the methodology and practical application. The term "literature study" is broad; a more detailed explanation of the specific theoretical texts, communitarian thinkers, or historical contexts examined would enhance the paper's rigor. Moreover, while the abstract eloquently argues for the *need* for communitarian thinking in CSR, it would benefit from elaborating on the *mechanisms* through which companies could practically implement "communitarian citizenship thinking." How would this translate into concrete CSR programs, governance structures, or engagement strategies different from existing models? Addressing these practical implications and providing a clearer roadmap for operationalizing communitarian CSR would significantly bolster the paper's impact and utility for both academics and practitioners.

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