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)

Carnival Corporation: Greener and Cleaner?
JMoreno
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 5:57 pm
Is Carnival Corporation Creating Waves with its Climate Change Efforts? With a portfolio of ten brands, Carnival Corporation (Carnival) – a giant in the cruise industry – carried 10.8 million passengers in 2015 onboard their 99 ships, which accounted for [...]
Exxon Mobil and the Future of Climate Change
Sam Hayes
Last modified on November 3, 2016 at 5:02 pm
As the largest oil company in the United States, ExxonMobil will be looked to as a model for how to adapt in the oil and gas sector to sustain profitability in the face of climate change. The company must confront [...]
Should Tesla Buyers Receive Tax Subsidies from the Government?
Lee
Last modified on November 6, 2016 at 2:44 am
In the US, individuals purchasing a new electric vehicle receive up to $7500 in tax credits (many states add additional incentives). What is the government trying to accomplish with these tax credits? Who should qualify? How might we analyze the [...]
Can Procter & Gamble really improve people’s lives?
SSSSS
Last modified on November 6, 2016 at 7:15 pm
The largest consumer packaged goods company in the world has aggressive goals to reduce climate change.
H&M: Making Fashion Sustainable and Sustainability Fashionable
Jenna
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 4:10 pm
Can H&M, one of the world's largest fast-fashion retailers, successfully make fast-fashion and ethics synonymous?
Owens Illinois: An Old-School American Manufacturer Adapts to Climate Change
MicMacMan
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 5:51 pm
This post explores whether an energy-intensive 20th century glass-bottle manufacturer can be part of the 21st century solution to climate change.
Could the Olympics solve Global Warming?
John Hintze
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 1:40 am
Could the Olympics be the organisation to solve global warming?
Before the Burp: Can DSM be the cattleman’s savior?
Samar
Last modified on November 6, 2016 at 6:47 pm
Can a science & biotech organization be at the heart of reducing methane emissions from the production of beef and dairy products?
Union Pacific: Incalculable Risks?
Msimmons
Posted on November 3, 2016 at 10:42 pm
For over a century Union Pacific has been an economic engine for the US, can it weather the challenges of climate change and continue to drive success?
SolarCity at the Frontier of Climate Change
Robbie Koffie
Last modified on November 3, 2016 at 9:52 pm
Climate change is one of the most pressing problems facing humanity today. Equipped with innovative photovoltaic technologies and a revolutionary financing business model, SolarCity aims to expand globally and dramatically decrease emissions greenhouse gases from fossil fuels. But is this [...]
An Explosion Redefines a Worst-Case Scenario
Hugo BR
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 3:56 pm
Con Edison's 13th Street Power Facility erupts in light as water floods the station. Half of Manhattan goes dark and Hurricane Sandy rages on.
General Mills Takes on Climate Change
MPDHBS2018
Posted on November 1, 2016 at 9:47 pm
The consumer products sector is both a contributor to and victim of the adverse impact of the global increase in greenhouse gas emissions. General Mills, producer of beloved brands like Cheerios, Häagen-Dazs and Yoplait, is one of many packaged food [...]
As the Maldives sinks, the world plays the fiddle
AGlasner1
Last modified on November 5, 2016 at 7:15 pm
The historian Suetonius wrote that, in 64 AD, Nero reveled in the beauty of the flames that he had set upon the capital of his empire. And in the destruction of his city, Nero sealed his own fate – brought [...]
The Ecological Impact of Feminine Hygiene Products
Shreya
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 6:38 pm
Faced with the next big environmental challenge of disposable feminine hygiene products, Natracare finds an eco-friendly solution.
Clear Skies Ahead for Boeing?
KTA
Posted on November 3, 2016 at 10:32 pm
Air travel is expected to continue its rapid growth over the next few decades, while at the same time carriers must limit their carbon emissions. Boeing has a tremendous challenge and opportunity to help their customers navigate this challenging time.
How Can Climate Change Dramatically Change Your Mornings?
ecanabarro
Last modified on October 29, 2016 at 11:39 pm
Climate change is dramatically impacting coffee crops all around the globe. However, one company is committed to changing the game...
Hearing the Cry of the Orangutans: Unilever and Sustainable Palm Oil
Erik
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 6:00 pm
As the top purchaser of palm oil globally, Unilever faces increasing cries for it to make its palm oil supply chain sustainable.
Coca-Cola: is “opening happiness” sustainable?
SDB
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 3:38 pm
Has Coca-Cola taken measurable steps toward becoming a more sustainable business, or have they simply greenwashed their real environmental impact?
TESLA: THE CHANGE IS…NOW?
Iryna
Last modified on November 6, 2016 at 8:34 pm
While Tesla is addressing emission increase by creating market for sustainable vehicles, the climate change brings a challenge for sustainability of Tesla itself.
UPS: United Problem Solvers or United Petroleum Supporters?
CPC
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 6:01 pm
Does UPS’ current model of business inherently conflict with its sustainability goals?
The $10,000,000,000,000 Oil Company You’ve Never Heard Of
Charlie J
Last modified on November 6, 2016 at 1:41 pm
Oil usage is the single largest contributor to greenhouse gases (GHG) in the entire planet. According to the EPA, CO2 represents 81% of all GHG’s and oil combustion is the number one source of CO2 emissions [1]. Because of this, governments around [...]
A Disappearing Great Barrier Reef: Rebranding As We Lose a Global Treasure
EBS
Posted on November 3, 2016 at 9:03 pm
As the Great Barrier Reef disappears, that will have a major impact on Australia's economy -- and especially on the hotels so dependent on it.
Preparing for Climate Extremes at PotashCorp
Fris Kerreira
Last modified on November 3, 2016 at 11:15 pm
Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan, the world's largest supplier of a key fertilizer ingredient, faces increasing threats to its mining operations from extreme climate events. Is the company's strategy to protect its workers and facilities sufficient?
Honeywell: Advancing the Global Effort to Phase Down HFCs
30293482
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 12:55 pm
With careful planning and smart investments, Honeywell is positioned to supply the world with environmentally friendly alternatives to harmful hydrofluorocarbons.
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