Case Study: Green Energy Innovations Inc. - Ethical Accounting Practices Green Energy Innovations Inc., a leading renewable energy company, faced a moral and financial dilemma in 2022. The company, known for its commitment to environmental sustainability, encountered a situation where a key supplier was found to engage in unethical labor practices. Investigations revealed that this supplier, responsible for providing critical components for Green Energy Innovations' solar panels, employed child labor in their manufacturing process in a developing country. Upon this discovery, Green Energy Innovations faced a dilemma. On one hand, the company had a legal obligation to disclose such unethical practices according to various international labor standards and corporate social responsibility guidelines. On the other hand, publicly exposing the supplier's malpractices could lead to a significant disruption in the supply chain, potentially impacting the company's ability to fulfill its contracts and meet its financial obligations to stakeholders. To further complicate matters, the company was in the process of finalizing its annual financial statements. The inclusion or exclusion of the supplier's components in the financial reports could significantly impact the reported cost of goods sold, affecting the company's profitability figures. Moreover, this ethical crisis raised questions about the company's adherence to its own ethical guidelines and the integrity of its financial reporting. Additionally, Green Energy Innovations was planning an Initial Public Offering (IPO) to raise capital for expansion. The timing of the IPO was crucial, and any negative publicity related to unethical practices could adversely affect investor confidence and the company's market valuation. Central Question: Given the ethical dilemma concerning the supplier's labor practices and its potential impact on the supply chain, financial statements, and the upcoming IPO, how should Green Energy Innovations Inc. navigate this situation to uphold its ethical values, maintain financial integrity in its reporting, and ensure the sustainability of its business operations and reputation in the market