Easter Island ‐ recent findings and a paradox explained
Purpose ‐ The paper presents a parody intended to emphasise the dangers and questionable rationale of a procedure which could allow organisations to claim spurious and misleading reputational benefits. Design/methodology/approach ‐ This is a fictional analogy using a historical episode. Findings ‐ Reflection on an aspect of policy. Research limitations/implications ‐ Stimulates consideration of the policy in question and of the potential for analogy to influence understanding and awareness. Originality/value ‐ An individual perspective on an issue that needs transparency and accountability.
Keywords: Ecology; Global warming; Natural resources; Oceania; Shareholder value analysis
Document Type: Research Article
Publication date: 01 January 2010
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