When it comes to solving complex supply-chain issues, such as deforestation, climate change, and the depletion of scarce resources, an organization:

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has no obligation or reason to get involved.

cannot contribute to the solution because it will be too costly.

should cooperate with the government in finding a solution.

should collaborate with competitors, related organizations, government agencies, and social enterprises to find a solution.

The CEO has asked you to devise a way to generate ideas that will facilitate sustainability. Which of the following is the first step you would take to start designing a sustainability program in your organization?

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Hold a sustainability development retreat for all department managers

Establish a separate sustainability department

Conduct a contest encouraging all employees to submit their sustainability ideas by the end of the year, with the winner getting a $1,000 prize

Set up multiple sustainability task forces made up of employees from all levels and all departments

As the operations manager of a home appliance manufacturer, youve been asked to set key performance indicators to measure your organizations sustainability efforts. Youve asked each department head to submit at least one sustainability KPI, and now youre in the process of reviewing their submissions. Some managers have done a great job, while others have missed the mark. Which of the following is an appropriate KPI?

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To increase the production of gas stoves by 8% over the next 3 years

To reduce carbon dioxide emissions from the manufacturing plants over the next 5 years

To reengineer refrigerators to use less refrigerant, which is a dangerous chemical and can be toxic

To reduce the amount of electric energy used in the manufacturing plants by 3% each year over the next 10 years