Exam 8: Ethics and the Environment

Once a firm has completed its sustainable strategy implementation then that is the end of the journey.

In a short essay, discuss the strategic focus of (a) Ecoefficiency, (b) Beyond Compliance Leadership, (c) Ecobranding, (d) Environmental Cost Leadership.

Employee led environmental innovation strategies do not add value to the firm's environmental credibility

Firms that had _______________ had the highest incidneces of environmental policies

An example of a company that has embraced ecobranding to its fullest is Timberland.

In the opening case which of these outcomes do the billboards not fulfill?

In the US two key accounting rules, "FAS 5-Accounting for Contingencies" and "FIN 14-Reasonable Estimation of Loss," provide appropriate disclosures about their environmental liabilities.

___________ of firm transformation is concerned with alignment of strategy and deployment of the sustainable strategy?

In which of the following strategic focus does the firm embrace proactive environmental ideals as long as they can help reduce the overall cost of production?

In a short essay, list and discuss the five types of risks a firm encounters due to the impact of climate change.

In developing a climate change strategy, supply chain measures include acquire energy from the cheapest sources only.

In the ________________ strategic focus, firms use their proactive environmental commitments in an attempt to differentiate their products and services for their customers and also allows potential customers to consider the natural environment when they are purchasing products and services.

Under a(n) _______________ strategy, waste products are considered to be an inefficient use of resources.

Ramus argues that employees are key stakeholders in the implementation of environmental commitment. _____________ is a key barrier to gaining their commitment?

Which of the following is not a research and development strategic adjustmen as part of going green?

According to the EPA what is considered to be a safe distance from a pollution source?

According to the text, the majority of greenhouse gases originate from _____________.

A green manufacturing company can make three strategic manufacturing adjustments. Which of the following may not be a positive adjustment.

_____________, as defined by the EPA, is a periodic, objective, and documented assessment of an organization's operations compared to the audit criteria.

The endorsement of the natural environment can help create competitive advantages for firms. Which of the following is not an advantageous factor?