What is the rationale for the private sector’s participation in sustainability debate and why has there been a shift in recent times towards a greater role for the social elements of sustainability?

Write an essay on the following topics: 1. The starting point for the integration of sustainability strategies in organisations arose from the aim of social and environmental considerations into economic policy. What is the rationale for the private sector’s participation in sustainability debate and why has there been a shift in recent times towards a greater role for the social elements of sustainability? Illustrate your answer with examples. Your essay should be constructed as suggested below: Introduction:  introduce, explain and elaborate upon your understanding of the given topic, indicate the stance you will adopt, and the direction that your argument will take. Development/Discussion:  explain the extent to which you agree/disagree with the given statement  provide evidence to support your identification with, or rejection of his statements/observations.  base your evidence on your reading of scholarly research and course readings.  illustrate the points you make with anecdotal and/or documentary evidence sourced from your reading and your personal experience. Conclusion:  sum up your argument by reminding the reader of the stance you have taken in relation to the topic, and your reasons for taking it.  Follows essay format (no headings except ‘References’)  Content clearly flows from introduction, discussion to conclusion  Introduction describes clearly what the essay is about  A clear purpose and position on the question, stated early in the introduction  Discussion section sets out reasons to support your view on the question  The most important arguments (reasons) are discussed first and so on  Use multiple (15 or more), varied and reliable academic references to support your arguments  Error free, easy to read, and interesting  Correctly applies APA referencing to in‐text citations and the references