Course: BUS 270 Introduction to Sustainability in Business

Assignment

Dropbox Assignment 2: Business and Sustainability

Directions:

1. Complete the assigned readings and video viewings.
2. Answer the following questions based on the readings and videos you watched.
3. A short paragraphs for each question is fine.
4. After each paragraph list the sources of information.
5. Check for correct grammar and accurate facts.
6. Post your answers in Drop Box Assignment 2

Answer all of these questions:

1. How is environmental impact defined?
2. How is environmental aspect defined?
3. Give an example of an environmental aspect vs. impact.
4. What is a carbon footprint?
5. What are the 3 “P’s”?
6. What are some reasons businesses have for going green and being sustainable?
7. What are some agencies that assist with green building ratings?
8. How does going green increase profitability?
9. What are some risks to not effectively going green?
10. What did Toyota do in New Orleans?
11. How is sustainability defined?
12. What are the drivers to sustainability in business?
13. Describe the different types of green career options.
14. What types of skills and knowledge is needed for a green career?
15. What types of work backgrounds can transition into a green career?

Once you have completed the assignment go to the Dropbox Folder in the Content Menu and click on "Dropbox: Assignment 2” to learn how to submit the assignment.