The Future of Mountain Economies - Innovation and Sustainability 2050

The Future of Mountain Economies - Innovation and Sustainability in 2050 is a forward-looking exploration of how technological innovation, financial transformation, and sustainable practices are reshaping the economic potential of mountain regions worldwide. Aimed at academics and researchers, the book offers a robust theoretical foundation supported by case studies and real-world applications.Educators will find fresh content to support curricula in economics, environmental science, and public policy, while challenging traditional development paradigms.Students will discover a practical and engaging roadmap to understanding the intersection of finance, technology, and sustainability. For practitioners, policymakers, and professionals, this volume delivers concrete strategies and innovative models-including community-driven approaches like time banks, local cooperatives, and impact investing-that can fortify economic resilience in the face of climate change and global market shifts. Finally, this book is a call to action-to reimagine the role of finance not merely as a driver of economic growth, but as a catalyst for social equity, environmental stewardship, etc.

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Prof. PhD. skillful Otilia Manta is a distinguished economist with a PhD in Economics (Finance) and a dedicated PhD Supervisor at the School of Advanced Studies of the Romanian Academy (SCOSAAR). She also serves as a Scientific Researcher at Romanian Academy, Prof. in International Financial Relations, FinTech at the Romanian - American University.