Climate Change Challenge

November 04, 2016

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Choose a company or non-profit organization whose operating model is likely to be significantly affected by climate change’s physical manifestations and/or related regulation, including threats and opportunities associated with mitigation and/or adaptation. Describe how the organization is likely to be affected, the steps the organization is taking to address those effects, and describe and justify what additional steps you think the organization should consider implementing.

Note: The post for this assignment should be 600–800 words, and must conclude with a word count such as “(778 words).” Posts should not exceed 800 words.

Submitted (927)

How climate change is jeopardising access to basic sanitation facilities for 2.5 billion people
AS
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 4:54 pm
While developed world countries are largely responsible for the behaviours that bring about climate change, the effects can be felt most severely in the developing world
Harvard Corporation’s Ethical and Financial Dilemma- Fossil Fuel Divestment
Sharif Vakili
Last modified on November 5, 2016 at 3:11 am
While other academic institutions like Yale and Stanford have begun divesting in fossil fuels in the face of increased pressures, Harvard has increased its investments. Is that the right decision?
Strange Bedfellows – The Arctic Council and.. Singapore?
alexmccurdy
Last modified on November 5, 2016 at 3:26 pm
Implications of rising sea levels on the world’s second largest international port
Airbus: more value, less impact
J
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 5:19 pm
Air traffic is forecasted to grow annually by 4,5% for the next 20 years. Fuel efficiency is supposed to improve 1,5% annually until 2020. How is Airbus reacting to foster growth and avoid the pressure of climate change?
Is Lloyd’s of London Protecting itself from Climate Change?
Margaret
Posted on October 30, 2016 at 6:29 pm
Lloyds needs to re-evaluate premium pricing and capital requirements.
Intercontinental Hotel Group: Making Sleep Sustainable
Caroline Schwarzman
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 5:02 pm
Intercontinental Hotel Group, the #3 hotel group globally, is tackling climate change on its surface but failing to address the problem at its core.
Is Chipotle facing a guacapocalypse?
WZ
Last modified on November 7, 2016 at 7:30 pm
Climate change jeopardizes the availability of avocados in the restaurant industry
Johnson & Johnson: Now working on Mother Nature’s Health as well.
SC
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 4:13 pm
A look at how large healthcare companies are dealing with climate change and its effects.
Not Only Is Vegas Taking Your Green, It’s Going Green Too
ybouks
Posted on November 3, 2016 at 5:55 pm
Some in the land of excess and luxury are taking it upon themselves to raise to bar on sustainability in the hospitality industry
Shake Shack – Please, give us the burger of the future.
Jordan Taylor
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 6:02 pm
Shake Shake, I urge you to write the next great chapter of the hamburger.
SolarCity: Powering the Climate Change Revolution?
ConcernedCitizen
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 5:44 pm
SolarCity promises to revolutionize the way we power our homes, businesses, and communities, but can it it alone deliver a sustainable and sufficient energy solution that will significantly reduce the human imprint on our planet's climate?
“Eco Ship”: Future of Japanese Shipbuilding Industry
Sotaro
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 5:08 am
International regulation on ship’s emission, which is tightened year by year, brings huge opportunities to shipbuilding industry. In August 2016, four large Japanese shipbuilding companies announced they had started discussing operational cooperation for "Eco Ship" business.
Unexpected Partnerships: Climate Change, Healthcare, and Partners Healthcare Hospitals
SSE29
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 5:58 pm
On October 23, 2016, Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), a national leader and #1 Hospital ranked by U.S. News & World Report,[1] was recently profiled in the Boston Globe for its plan to explore building a new ‘green’ pediatric hospital– structural [...]
The NIKE Model: Garbage In, Sneakers Out
SCWC
Posted on November 3, 2016 at 11:23 pm
After a crippling onslaught of bad press regarding poor working conditions within its factories and negative environmental impacts in the late 1990s, NIKE, one of the world’s largest suppliers of athletic shoes and apparel, dramatically shifted course. While NIKE is [...]
Combating Climate Change at PITT OHIO Express
K. Caven
Posted on November 3, 2016 at 3:49 pm
PITT OHIO Express is utilizing green initiatives in order to increase new business and drive down expenses.
The world’s first self-sufficient winter resort: Skiing in the heat
Donald Duck
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 5:42 pm
Climate change pushes Weisse Arena Gruppe to aim high
Stella McCartney: Making faux leather a luxury
The Optimist
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 5:57 pm
While the term luxury in itself and even less so the luxury industry might be connected to a sustainable image, Stella McCartney has succeeded in building a powerful eco-friendly luxury brand.
Chocolate Challenged at the Origin
Zach Gordon
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 3:45 pm
Climate change is turning up the heat throughout the chocolate supply chain. Improving yields and farmer economic health is crucial to ensuring a sustainable, long-term supply of the world's favorite candy.
Leonardo DiCaprio vs Suncor Energy: Managing Political Pressures for Corporate Success
nmarchant
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 5:19 pm
What steps should oil sands giant Suncor Energy take to grow both their bottom Line and sustainability in the face of large pressure from environmental groups and public figures like Leonardo DiCaprio?
PepsiCo’s sustainability focus: Is the company Performing with [“enough”] Purpose?
Kamisha
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 6:24 pm
The world’s population is expected to grow by nearly 20% from 7.4B to 9B by 2050. This growth will substantially increase food production requirements with estimates that production will need to increase by as high as 70 percent to meet [...]
Drink Up! That wine ain’t cheap…and it ain’t getting cheaper.
Ronnie Palejwala
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 12:31 am
With some experts predicting an 85% drop in wine production by 2050, we all need to consider stocking up for wine-pocolypse.
Echo Mobile: Helping Farmers Build Climate Resilience
CoffeeIsMyConstant
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 6:00 pm
Echo Mobile harnesses the power of mobile technology
AVIVA: AN INSURANCE COMPANY’S RESPONSE TO CLIMATE CHANGE
Sina H
Last modified on November 6, 2016 at 6:35 pm
IN ASSESSING AVIVA'S RESPONSE TO CLIMATE CHANGE, I WAS SURPRISED TO LEARN THAT THE COMPANY'S (AND THE OVERALL INDUSTRY'S) RESPONSE HAS BEEN TO CONDUCT BUSINESS-AS-USUAL. MY POST ADDRESSES SOME OF THE WAYS AVIVA CAN ADDRESS INSURANCE PROFITABLY WHILE REMAINING A [...]
Arrivederci Arabica: How will Starbucks respond to a future coffee crunch?
Mike Helou
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 12:04 am
To a coffee addict who consumes two-plus cups a day, a coffee shortage is a frightening prospect. Unfortunately, the coffee industry is extremely susceptible to changing weather patterns and rising temperatures caused by global climate change. According to recent studies, [...]
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