Abstract | In this concluding chapter, the editors of the book reflect on the insights developed through a two-year collaborative editorial project that has led to the publication of two volumes on responsible consumption and production in the creative and cultural industries. Bringing together research on a variety of cultural sectors including live experiences, tourism, arts, film, and fashion, the chapter highlights the sector’s potential to drive change towards a more sustainable future. The discussion examines key themes that have emerged across the two volumes, including the role of CCIs in driving sustainable transitions and their broader social and political significance; the influence of policy, funding, and international standards; social entrepreneurship; environmental challenges facing CCIs; concepts of post-growth, green and regenerative approaches; and social issues such as equity, equality and social justice, as well as barriers to achieving sustainability. It also considers the transformative power of events, artistic expression, and creative entrepreneurship in driving positive change in wider society. As the global sustainability agenda evolves, this chapter calls for stronger institutional frameworks, policy interventions, and educational strategies to embed culture as a fundamental component of sustainability. |
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