...Key Sustainability Issues The keys sustainability issue of delivering a Green research laboratory are: 1. Water consumption 2. Carbon Management 3. Purchase sustainable goods and services 4. Indoor environmental quality 5. Waste management The sustainability issues shall be identified with clear project objectives and execution plan at the design stage. In addition, it is vital to monitor the construction process against indicators for the delivery of a Green laboratory. Finally, the staff of the laboratory as well as the Loughborough University shall pay continuous effort to maintain a resource-efficient operation during the lifecycle of the new lab. Design stage The design of the new laboratory shall take significant environmental aspects into account throughout the feasibility report, project definition and drawing development stages. First of all, the Environmental Management System of Loughborough University shall act as the main guideline of the client need. On the other hand, the design work shall satisfy specific sustainability specification such as BREEAM New Construction Technical Manual SD5073-2.0:2011. Goal #1 Water consumption The water strategy is designed to increase efficiency of water use, with consideration to the huge water consumption of the new laboratory. Key objectives: 1. Reduce the consumption of portable water for sanitary use from all sources. 2. Reduce unregulated water consumption by introducing water efficient...
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...Define and explain the concept ‘sustainability’. (20%) - Sustainability refers to the capacity to endure over the long term through renewal, maintenance and sustenance of natural and man-made resources. - From an organizational perspective, it includes stewardship for sustainability not just for the organization but for the various stakeholders it impacts. - Sustainability has emerged as a result of significant concerns about the unintended social, environmental, and economic consequences of rapid population growth, economic growth and consumption of our natural resources. - There are three dimensions to sustainability namely; environmental, social and economic. Environmental aspects relate to water, land, atmospheric impact (global warming); including energy and chemical use. - Social sustainability can include human and workers' rights and community issues. Economic aspects include financial transparency, accountability and corporate governance, for example, Starbucks' global policy involves close monitoring of and governing of sustainable practices within the organization. - These practices promote sustainable practices at every touch point; farms (where the raw materials are produced); distribution of raw materials, packaging of products and delivering of goods. - b) Outline and explain Marshall & Toffel’s (2005) hierarchy of ecological motivations model, including the implication of the model for marketers when discussing sustainability. (40%) - c) Detail at least...
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...New Belgium Brewing Company: Ethical and Environmental Responsibly Abstract Although it has since been disproved that Benjamin Franklin once said, “Beer is proof that God loves us, and wants us to be happy,” he is nonetheless given credit for this profound and true statement. New Belgium Brewing has been making people happy since 1991. Along the way they have managed to continuously and profoundly function in the world of profit in a sustainable way making them an outstanding corporate citizen. The core company values that were put in place since the inception of the company stand as a testimony in conjunction with the actions of the company as an exemplary model of sustainability and ethics. New Belgium Brewing New Belgium Brewing (NBB) was born as a commercially sold product in 1991 in the basement of Jeff Lebesch and Kim Jordan. They founded their company based on a set of core company values that promote ethics, ecology, and economics, the foundation of the new sustainable business paradigm. Since its inception, NBB has tackled many environmental issues strategically and as a responsible corporate citizen. The company has made it a part of their culture to save, to conserve, to preserve for posterity, and to leave as little of a carbon footprint as possible in the creation of their product. The company’s focus on environmental issues is so amazing and atypical of the corporate world; it leaves one questioning “Why do they do it?” Are they doing this for strategic...
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...producer and top comic book publisher. In addition, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts operate the company's popular theme parks including Walt Disney World and Disneyland. The primary environmental challenges that Disney faces as they strive towards improving their corporate sustainability practices are as follows: 1) The theme parks and movie studios create a great deal of waste. 2) The affiliate companies that private label for Disney are manufacturers that faces common environmental challenges in way of air pollution, waste, and natural resource conservation. Disney has a great deal of influence and indirect responsibility for the sustainability practices of business partners within their supply chain (which will be referred to as “affiliates” throughout this report). 3) Disney’s target market is the youth throughout the world. The Walt Disney Company takes accountability for educating and inspiring environmental awareness and responsibility within their impressionable consumers. Considering the size and scope of influence The Walt Disney Company has throughout the world, it is critical on a global scale that Disney executives lead with solid sustainability practices. Disney’s corporate sustainability report (which they call their Corporate Citizenship Report) is guided by three core principles: 1) Act and create in an ethical manner and consider the consequences of our...
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...1. Introduction A paradigm shift currently indicates the global challenges that industries are facing and more companies are pressured to embrace sustainability as business conditions change. However, only recently corporations started integrating sustainability as the part of their business strategy as they came to recognize that it is an essential part in growing and establishing themselves as the leader in the competing environment. A well-executed sustainability strategy can enhance the company’s value and reinforce competitive advantage in the market while protecting the capital base. The balance of power has shifted between corporations and it is important to balance economic prosperity along with environmental and social dimensions. Sustainable business strategy represents a marked shift in traditional business practices and companies who do not adapt to the changes in these practices in order to achieve sustainable profitability will be more likely to face the brand value decline or even extinction in the future. For instance, the change represents the need to understand how all three dimensions affect each other and companies ought to consciously create new consumer preferences. However, a lot of companies still are missing guidelines to implementing a marketing strategy of sustainability as an essential part, which is at the core of ensuring organizational, social, economic and environment growth while managing overconsumption issues (White, 2011). Current researches...
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...virinder_gupta@scmhrd.edu ABSTRACT This exercise is being conducted at 1Symbiosis Infotech campus (SIC) located in Hinjewadi, Pune, India. The campus is pervaded by a sense of endless space and tranquillity, this picturesque campus is spread over five acres, boasts an academic block which is of international standards and separate hostels for boys and girls along with the accommodation for the faculty. The primary objective of this study is to understand the consumption patterns and identify potential areas for improvement in energy consumption within the residential campus. The study involves making a cost-benefit analysis of present energy sources with respect to renewable energy sources. This will include water electricity along with paper and gas consumption in the campus. This is to assess the potential of running a greener campus .The study proposes and tests a hypothesis that a greener college campus using renewable sources of energy is financially viable over a long period of time. A detailed analysis of current energy consumption and costs will be made. The comparative study would conclude with an objective assessment of the potential of renewable energy and will to judge the cost involved in replacing the current sources with...
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...Aitken Spence group of companies undertake by it's co-operate policy to ensure the sustainable development through environment friendly manner. Co-operate vision state "We understand co-operate sustainability as a proactive approach to ensure the long term viability, profitability and integrity of the business by optimizing resource use and managing environmental & social impacts. As a diversified business group operating in several countries, we remain committed to continue our legacy of exemplary co-operate citizenship by aligning our sustainable strategies with global initiatives on sustainable development." In order to achieve our co-operate vision Aitken Spence strive to ➢ Exceed all legal and other requirement for the sustainable operation and development of the company ➢ Facilitate the achievement of the Millennium Development Goals and the principles of the United Nations Goal Compact ➢ Conduct all business in an ethical manner and encourage and support our partners to conduct business ethically ➢ Engage with stakeholders, consider their opinions at all stages of planning and operations ➢ Encourage supply chains to implement sustainable strategies and manage them ➢ Inculcate sustainability concept and views in strategic decision-making ➢ Use sustainable processes in organizational operations considering all relevant risks ➢ Promote innovation in the process...
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...“WALMART’S SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGY” Wal-Mart developed a new sustainability strategy to deal with the environmental issues the company caused. The strategy based on the efforts to develop and implement goals of zero waste, selling sustainable products and using 100 percent renewable energy. With this strategy the company not only aimed to resolve the problem of paying fines to state and federal regulators for its environmental damage but also change its bad reputation among customers. The company also realized its sustainability strategy creates cost advantages and this should turn out an opportunity to maintain its lower price strategy. Customers’ reactions to Wal-Mart’s new sustainability strategy showed that low or middle class consumers’ expectations are not limited to purchase only low price products; they are also willing to buy green, sustainable ones when they find them in affordable prices. This was a sign that Walmart is on the right track. Today’s business practice of Walmart needs to transform more -through quick wins which are actions that makes business sense based on available technologies, products and processes; innovation projects which base on emerging technologies, processes, and innovation; big game challenge which is a way to lead the market works for sustainability, not against it- to complete its sustainable pathway successfully and reach the sustainable business practices level. In this way, they should identify opportunities to develop supply chain...
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...Riordan Manufacturing EMS Recommendations by Team B Consultants, Inc. Sheri Sparks, Jeff Jewell, Kevin Rachel, and William Lewis Management 360 July 9, 2013 Vicki Bauer Riordan Manufacturing EMS Recommendations by Team B Consultants, Inc. There are several obstacles for manufacturers attempting to employ changes in their processes for more sustainable practices. One problem that manufacturers will run into is the lack of direction. Knowing that change is needed is the easy part of reaching sustainability. Knowing what changes to make is a much more complicated challenge. The idea of sustainability is discussed often, yet broad scope ideas are traded without specific details and applications. Team B Consultants Inc. (TBCI), is the leading consulting firm hired to perform current business practice audits, which they analyze to gain an understanding of the functionality of specific processes, how to implement changes, and which will be most effective. Air Emission Controls Upon review of the Riordan Manufacturing (Riordan) facilities in the United States and China, TBCI has determined the organization has multiple sustainable options for air emission reductions. These reductions will result in improved working conditions for employees, better air quality for the surrounding region, and keep the organization ahead of government standards for emission related issues. The first step in the reduction of emissions is to gather baseline data. ...
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...Canadian Fast Food Industry David Hutchinson, Ph.D. Jang Singh, Ph.D. Kent Walker, Ph.D. Odette School of Business, University of Windsor Structured Abstract Purpose: The objective is to describe a Canadian corporation's implementation and application of a sustainable business operation and model. It is based upon a case study of an International Canadian coffee and donut chain: Tim Hortons. Design/methodology/approach: Data were collected through: (1) extensive publications of corporate documents, (2) observations of actual operations at retail sites, (3) social media sites. Findings: We find that Tim Hortons has clearly made progress toward greater sustainability. However, its program often lacks specificity, particularly in terms of greenhouse gas emissions. Within a visibly and highly polluting industry Tim Hortons sustainability program is a step in the right direction but there are areas...
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...Mohammad Monowarul Islam Student ID: 1209 ATCHARAPORN STUDENT ID: 1213 BSBSUS501 Assessment 1 Unit Name: BSBSUS501- Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability Course Name: Diploma of Business Introduction Tiny Opera Company operates in a rural NSW town. Colleen Starr started the company after moving to the small town from Sydney in the late 1970s. Colleen wanted to bring the wonder and entertainment of theatre-based performances to rural NSW. Her vision was to create a regional theatre that emulated the Sydney Opera House; making theatre both accessible and valued in her town and the surrounding community. Stella’s idea and passion was shared by a wealthy landowner in the area who donated $2.3 million to support the purchase of a venue and the ongoing operation of the theatre. $1.3 million of this was invested in a trust which has been added to over the years that Tiny Opera Company has generated a profit. Colleen Starr bought an old town hall that had been built in the early 1900s. The hall is listed on the State Heritage Register in NSW. Basic interior renovations were carried out to the stage, three dressing rooms, kitchen, break room, meeting room, food counter and ticketing booth including: ● painting internal walls ● installing wall-mounted radiators throughout the theatres, dressing rooms and break room ● installing a dishwasher and oven in the kitchen ● installing a wood heater in the meeting room. Tiny Opera Company has staged regular...
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...Sustainability Project September 30, 2014 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is a highly discussed and sometimes debated subject for companies as well as their shareholders and customers. As we conducted research for purposes of this project, it was easy to conclude that there are a multitude of definitions and interpretations for exactly what CSR means. Also, there are many inconsistencies as they relate to various metrics and indices used to determine both the impact on society and the financial impact on the company. Since companies do not have standardized CSR reporting requirements, it can sometimes be difficult to accurately compare any two. In a very broad sense, CSR relates to how companies manage their business processes to produce an overall positive impact on society. Is it tied to a company’s profitability and long-term standing or does it take away from the company’s bottom line by serving as no more than glorified PR? We will attempt to answer these questions and more as we compare two global giants: Procter and Gamble and Johnson & Johnson. Procter and Gamble has a vast portfolio of home products with names that include Tide, Downy, Duracell, and Pampers, just to name a few. Their products are sold in more than 180 countries and the company is considered a leader in its CSR program. Procter and Gamble established a long range set of CSR goals in 2010 that it plans to meet or exceed by 2020, many of which have already achieved great...
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...a uNIVERSITY iNITIATIVE TO Integrate Safety and Sustainability in Course Development David NEWLANDS Senior Assistant Professor International School of Management ~ IESEG, Lille, France d.newlands@ieseg.fr David S. HARRISON Dean - School of Business Administration Chair in Global Business University of South Carolina Aiken Aiken, South Carolina – USA 29801 davidh@usca.edu Michael JARA Assistant Chancellor for Facilities University of South Carolina Aiken Aiken, South Carolina – USA 29801 mikej@usca.edu David S. HARRISON Dean - School of Business Administration Chair in Global Business University of South Carolina Aiken Aiken, South Carolina – USA 29801 davidh@usca.edu Patsy Lewellyn Visiting Professor, School of Business Administration University of South Carolina Aiken PatsyL@usca.edu David NEWLANDS Senior Assistant Professor International School of Management ~ IESEG, Lille, France d.newlands@ieseg.fr Abstract As the new millennium evolves, many further and higher education establishments are bracing themselves against externally imposed challenges. Emerging fiscal constraints are reducing public funding for public institutions in various countries including the United States, United Kingdom and France. USCA for example saw state appropriations reduce from $11.1M in 2008 to $6.1M in 2011. Rising costs of energy in part due to under-capacity to store during off-peak seasons and infrastructure overhaul project investments...
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...GEOG 2210 S14 Dhurim Gjureci The Measure of Ecological Footprint in Hopes to Reduce Human Consumption on the Earths Resources To: Benjamin Bradshaw GEOG*2210 (DE) S14 Environment and Resources From: Dhurim Gjureci 0678764 Thursday, July 17, 2014 The Measure of Ecological Footprint in Hopes to Reduce Human Consumption on the Earths Resources 1 GEOG 2210 S14 Dhurim Gjureci The Measure of Ecological Footprint in Hopes to Reduce Human Consumption on the Earths Resources By: Dhurim Gjureci Table of Contents What is Ecological Footprint? How is Ecological Footprint Measured? The Current State of the Earth Canada’s Ecological Footprint The Importance of Knowing Our Ecological Footprint Reduction...
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...society with the intention to bring awareness to sustainability. In Michael Pollan’s The Omnivore’s Dilemma, the issue of agriculture sustainability is presented. True sustainability is not just agriculture; it is all the natural renewable resources available in the world. Humans do not realized the amount of packaged products they consume in a day or the harmful chemicals that we pollute the earth with when we drive or apply them to agriculture. As consumers we look for convenient, cheap, and accessibility to minimize the time needed in order to perform everyday tasks. Until humanity grasps how these every day products are hazardous not only chemically but also on our natural resources; we as a people will continue to consume un-renewable resources. By increasing the concept of a sustainable development, humanity will use fewer nonrenewable resources such as petroleum’s and fossil fuels and rely on renewable resources such as solar energy. Without a defined structure of true sustainability; governments, corporations, businesses, companies and individuals will continue to depreciate the Earth’s natural resources until it is uninhabitable. “All definitions of sustainable development require that we see the world as a system—a system that connects space; and a system that connects time.”(EurActiv, 2004) Sustainability as referenced in Pollan’s book The Omnivore’s Dilemma is referring to human sustainability. The use of sustainability in this form has yet to receive a true definition...
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