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.

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Nothing fishy here: opportunities and challenges for aquaculture heating up as fast as the oceans
JPW
Last modified on November 2, 2016 at 9:03 pm
Cooke Aquaculture is a Canadian based marine salmon farming company (~$1B in revenue) with nascent operations in the US. Climate change presents Cooke, and similar companies in the developed world, with significant opportunity, if critical risks can be mitigated.
Real Estate Development in Post-Sandy Hoboken
Operations2016
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 3:39 pm
Would you invest in Hoboken real estate after Hurricane Sandy? LCOR takes on a mega-project and grapples with climate change.
Losing the LEED
Andrew Faulkner
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 3:45 pm
Buildings account for a large portion of energy consumption in the US. LEED intends to reduce the energy consumption of buildings, but has been largely ineffective.
Hope you take your coffee hot
TOM430
Last modified on November 1, 2016 at 9:22 pm
Is iced coffee enough to combat global warming? Not likely. A warming climate is threatening Starbucks' business model as coffee crop yields plummet around the globe.
When your product is dependent on snow, how do you react to climate change? A look at Vail Resorts.
m_watson
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 5:01 pm
Vail Resort's challenges and strategy on reacting to the decreasing snowfall in ski areas due to climate change.
Additive Manufacturing Revolutionizes Aerospace
MC2018
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 1:24 am
The “Global Transport Sector Climate Action Framework” issued in 2008, stated that the aviation industry was aiming to improve fuel efficiency by an average of 1.5% per year from 2009 to 2020. Although this goal indicates progress within the aerospace [...]
Marine Harvest ASA – The $8 billion company you’ve never heard of
Rob Parson
Last modified on November 3, 2016 at 10:47 pm
Climate change could make your lox and bagels a lot more expensive.
Climate Change: Edging the UK towards its last letter?
Mr DCF
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 3:54 pm
Climate change is having a marked impact on Royal Mail Plc's services - this post explores some of the remedial efforts taken by the company to remedy the situation.
Underwater Underwriters
JZ
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 1:15 am
Catastrophic weather events, catalyzed by climate change, is putting at risk the very organizations designed to bear our risk.
Apple: Climate change is real, and time for action is now
Paul Xie
Posted on October 31, 2016 at 11:33 pm
Even though it seems Apple may not be directly impacted by climate change, the sheer size of the business, which includes hundreds of suppliers, millions of customers, and a billion devices, can make a big difference in fighting climate change.
Climate Change as a Competitive Advantage for an Oil Major
TS
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 5:28 pm
Can Shell stay relevant as the energy mix evolves to address market implications of climate change?
Climate Change: Not Even Your Burrito is Safe
Alexandra
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 12:33 am
Chipotle takes steps to shield its business from the effects of climate change.
Shipping: Global trade’s dirty secret
Alex
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 10:10 am
Shipping plays a key role in global trade, but it is environmentally unregulated and a major contributor of carbon emissions
Exelon – Leader of Nuclear Power’s Future
EAP
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 5:50 pm
In response to climate change concerns and global emission control efforts, utility companies face increased pressure to reduce carbon emissions resulting from energy generation. As the United States (U.S) seeks to shift its reliance away from burning fossil fuels, alternative [...]
Nike’s Sustainable Innovation
Priscilla Liu
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 1:07 am
Nike found innovative ways to minimize its environmental footprint and transform its manufacturing process.
Boeing – Innovative aviation giant fighting climate change
Christin
Last modified on November 2, 2016 at 10:30 pm
The climate change is undeniable. Boeing as an industry leader in the aviation sector has to face and solve serious challenges. But how does Boeing deal with these challenges and which steps has Boeing taken to tackle the upcoming problems? [...]
How Climate Change Has Affected the Operating Model of Babcock & Wilcox
Robby Berner
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 1:12 pm
Babcock & Wilcox invented the coal-fired boiler in the 19th century and was thus subsequently instrumental in the release of greenhouse gases over the past century. Radical operating and financial model changes have allowed the company to survive today.
Will Sustainable Biofuel Power the Airplanes of the Future?
ASimon
Posted on November 2, 2016 at 3:30 pm
In the pursuit to reduce greenhouse gases (GHG) emissions, we developed efficient airplanes that use less fuel. Technology improved aerodynamics, enhanced engine performance and reduced planes’ weight. But we are still using the same fossil fuel we used since the [...]
Sustainability in the apparel industry: Just do it.
SB
Posted on November 3, 2016 at 2:24 pm
The apparel industry is a significant carbon polluter and water waster, and Nike has led the industry with its sustainability practices.
How AIG can and should Play a Major Role in the Global Climate Change Debate
Jake Sloane
Posted on November 3, 2016 at 2:38 pm
AIG is one of the largest publicly traded insurance companies in the US and recognizes the significant threats and opportunities that climate change brings to its business model going forward. While it was one of the first in its industry [...]
Think Ford… Second? Sustainable Energy in the American Auto Market
AS
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 5:59 pm
With growing competition in the american automotive sustainable energy market, how will Ford Motor Company continue to compete as the leading sustainable manufacturer.
A Look Inside the World’s Largest Beef Producer: Is JBS Slaughtering Cows – or the Environment?
Jessie Cai
Last modified on November 3, 2016 at 3:43 pm
My sister – once a ravenous carnivore – stopped eating beef last year. Why? She wanted to fight climate change. Businesses like JBS, the world’s largest beef producer with $45B in sales, must continue to adapt its policies and strategic [...]
Starbucks is hit hard by climate change…and punches back.
Greg
Last modified on November 3, 2016 at 7:16 pm
Starbucks is fighting back against climate change on multiple fronts to promote sustainable practices and bolster their position in the market.
Will Ford Motors win the race for a greener future?
Orly A
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 12:15 am
Is the end of traditional fuel engines near? Automobile manufacturers have to find creative solutions to reduce CO2 emissions, while keeping their core technology relevant.
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