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)

Munich RE’s Risks Rise with our Oceans
ME
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 4:11 pm
Munich RE needs to react to climate change's impact on rising ocean levels and the increased damaged caused by flooding.
The Unforeseen Cost of Fast Fashion
Priya
Posted on November 3, 2016 at 9:12 pm
Fast fashion is fundamentally antithetical to sustainability, but H&M is leading the charge to minimize its environmental impact.
Nike: Swooshing to Tackle Climate Change
Milkman
Posted on November 3, 2016 at 9:17 pm
How Nike Minimizes its Environmental Footprint
Can MTN Keep Shreddin’ the Gnar in the Face of Climate Change?
Pierre
Last modified on November 3, 2016 at 1:40 pm
Global warming isn't snow's best friend. Vail Resorts provides insights on how to enable year-round powder days.
The Parent Company of Fox News Cares A Lot About Global Warming
SLA
Posted on November 3, 2016 at 10:35 pm
21st Century Fox has committed to sustainability for the long-term.
U.S. Department of Defense: A War on Climate Change
Anja_A
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 12:28 am
U.S. DoD's Newest Threat: Global Climate Change.
The role of “sustainability” service providers: Is Veolia a good example?
Farhaneh
Last modified on November 5, 2016 at 4:33 pm
Role of the mediator “May you live in interesting times” goes a Chinese saying that is ironically used as a curse. Despite the disbelief of a significant number of people in global warming, the emergence of dedicated efforts by both [...]
Redefining an Oil Giant
EnergEE
Posted on November 3, 2016 at 9:12 pm
With hydrocarbons heading for the door, will Shell's bet on natural gas carry it into the future, or is this only the first step of a larger transformation?
Growing a Brighter Future – Philips Lighting
LS
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 1:13 pm
How has agriculture, an industry that thrives outdoors and seems to be diametrically opposed to electronics, come to see a light producer as a partner for growth? Advancements in LED technology have produced lights with a spectrum as powerful as [...]
Smooth Sailing or Rocky Waters? The Effect of Climate Change on the Shipping Industry
Ariana
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 3:22 pm
How will shipping companies adapt to new GHG regulations in a previously unregulated industry?
From Evian to Naïve – it’s time to throttle the plastic bottle
CordeliaShackleton
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 6:00 pm
Bottled water is often referred to as one of capitalism's greatest mysteries: "the packaging and selling of something that is already freely available" but at what environmental cost?
Get it Together, Ronald: McDonald’s Response to Climate Change
Brian Yeh
Last modified on November 3, 2016 at 11:02 pm
McDonald's impact on the environment, and what it must do to adapt.
Climate Change is Heating Up Foundries
Maria Goodpaster
Posted on October 30, 2016 at 10:19 pm
The foundry industry is very much affected by the advances of climate change regulations because it is considered a “dirty” industry. This essay will describe why foundries are bad for the environment and provide examples of how Waupaca Foundry is [...]
Levi’s, Cotton, and Climate Change
Rob
Posted on November 3, 2016 at 7:57 pm
When 95% of your product line is made from one agricultural commodity, climate change is a big deal.
American Electric Power — The Coal Problem
kfh
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 6:18 pm
AEP Generation Resources operates 60 electricity generation stations across 11 states with total capacity of 31,000 MW. Based on capacity, AEP is the second largest US electricity generator but leads its competitors in CO2 emissions. What can AEP do to [...]
Yamaha Motor or how to (intend to) lead the electric motorcycle industry
Cristina
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 1:27 am
The Japanese motorcycle manufacturer seeks to become the leader in the new industry – but how does it fit with its leading gasoline-powered motorcycle business?
Southwest Airlines Buckles in for a Bumpy Ride
Jessica Bollow
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 12:37 am
This post discusses Southwest's complicated relationship with climate change as both a contributor and a victim
Going Green? Eat a Snickers.
Ryan H.
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 5:36 pm
Mars, a $30 billion manufacturer of iconic foods, ranging from Snickers to Altoids to M&Ms, has emerged as a global leader in environmental stewardship.
Climate Change and Delta Airlines: a two-way street at 35,000 feet
JES
Last modified on November 7, 2016 at 10:58 pm
While the 7.1 billion people living on earth absorb climate changes’ insidious effects subtly, Delta Airlines staff and passengers experience its consequences daily.
Will United Insurance Holdings Corp. be Sunk by Climate Change?
kc2018
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 3:37 pm
Climate change is one of the top risks facing the insurance industry. With its focus on the coastal regions of the United States, this is especially true for property and casualty insurance holding company, United Insurance Holdings Corp. With the [...]
The Grapes of Wrath: Climate Change and the Viticulture Industry
DRajan
Last modified on November 7, 2016 at 10:36 pm
Climate change means global wine regions are under threat and new ones are emerging. What does the future hold for viticulture?
Tesla races towards a sustainable ecosystem
Wilson
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 1:10 pm
Tesla goes all in on a few big bets on their Grand Master Plan to create a sustainable ecosystem.
Light at the end of the tunnel – SNCF won’t miss the climate change train
Artatak
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 5:32 pm
Railroads symbolize our past but could also be our future. Optimized railroads could be the most efficient way to reconcile transport and climate change. The old French railroad SNCF believes it is up for the challenge and will not train [...]
Implications of Climate Change on US Navy Operations
ABC123
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 5:50 pm
The US Navy is acutely affected by global climate change and is working to position itself to effectively ensure it can achieve its mission given the changing environmental landscape.
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