Socio-Environmental Management and The Applicability of The Sustainability Tripod For Integration Between Economic, Social and Environmental Practices

Abstract

Objective: The objective of this research was to analyze the applicability of the sustainability tripod as a management mechanism to integrate environmental, economic and social practices into organizations.   Methodology: The research was conducted through an integrative review, which involved the search, selection and analysis of scientific articles on sustainable business management. Databases such as Google Academic and SciELO were used. During the search process, inclusion criteria were applied, selecting only Brazilian scientific articles, in Portuguese language, complete, free, associated with the research theme and published between the years 2020 and 2023.   Results and analysis: As a result, four scientific articles were selected for analysis. The articles addressed several aspects related to sustainable business management, highlighting the importance of the sustainability tripod as a mechanism to integrate environmental, economic and social practices into organizations. The studies examined showed how companies in different industries are adopting this model to promote sustainable practices in their operations. The analysis of the studies revealed that the application of the sustainability tripod as a management mechanism is fundamental to promote a more conscious and sustainable business management. By balancing environmental, economic and social practices, organizations not only achieve their business goals, but also contribute to the well-being of society and the preservation of the environment.   Conclusion: Therefore, it is concluded that the effective integration of the sustainability tripod into business practices is fundamental not only for the long-term success of organizations, but also for the progress towards a fairer, equitable and environmentally conscious society.