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)

Climate Change Is a Global Problem, so Why Are We Solving It Piecemeal?
DK
Posted on November 3, 2016 at 1:58 pm
Much attention is paid to the auto industry's impact on climate change and its efforts to reduce pollution, but that attention is too narrowly focused to bring about real solutions.
To fish or not to fish…
TPA
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 7:33 am
When the effects of a minor variation in temperature can change the dynamic of one of Peru’s top industries, it is difficult not to take a closer look at climate change.
Landfills: Just Another Smelly Hill?
bf
Posted on November 3, 2016 at 7:41 pm
Waste management firms are a big player in reducing methane emissions, and they're positioned to teach us about overconsumption.
Will Climate Change Take Away Your Venti Mocha Frappuccino?
HC
Posted on November 3, 2016 at 7:18 pm
The Current Situation Over the next 50 years, agricultural commodities are going to be heavily affected by global climate change.  With coffee’s growing region stretched around the Earth’s equator, global climate change is already starting to have an impact on [...]
Red going Green: Coca-Cola’s Environmental Initiatives
Τιμή Ωκα
Last modified on November 3, 2016 at 10:48 pm
Coca-Cola figures out how to go green.
You Can’t Ski Without Snow
MH
Last modified on November 3, 2016 at 11:22 pm
Snow sports are feeling the heat
Can Chemical Manufacturers Take the Heat?
Brian
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 12:58 am
"Companies that do not prepare for a carbon-constrained future are putting long-term shareholder value at risk" [1]
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
Is CEMEX threatened by environmental regulations? Quite the opposite
Samuel Castillo
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 1:31 am
CEMEX, a leading global cement producer, faces more stringent sustainability pressures. The firm responds by going a step beyond the strictly required.
Share a Coke with… Sustainability!
aricarlospena
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 5:05 pm
Coca-Cola's sustainability challenges with water, refrigeration, and its supply chain
Japan Airlines, Climate Change and the Tokyo 2020 Olympics
Uther
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 5:48 pm
Japan Airlines' Commitment to Reducing its Environmental Impact by Tokyo 2020 Olympics
Food security under climate change. GO FISH?
ACastellanos
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 5:38 pm
Among our best answers -yet- to address climate change in the food industry is managing marine ecosystems by restricting, if not closing, the high seas for fishing. .. wait, what?
NuScale Power: Seizing clean energy opportunities created by climate change
Elise
Posted on November 3, 2016 at 8:14 pm
While climate change and its regulation threaten many companies’ business models, NuScale is creating a modular nuclear reactor business that capitalizes on the energy industry’s search for clean, reliable power
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 [...]
Reformation: Making Sustainability Trendy
Tracy Williams
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 4:33 pm
Reformation is a fashion B-Corp, whose mission is to disrupt fashion can combat climate change through sustainability.
Insuring Against Climate Change
FFF
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 3:13 pm
It is more imperative than ever for insurance companies to both underwrite the impact of climate change on future claims as well as consider innovative solutions that can capitalize on these new potential opportunities.
Climate Calling! Airtel India and ICT in the Age of Global Warming
SanchaliPal
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 2:18 am
Airtel India is adapting to the business impact of climate change on ICT in a billion-person economy. In emerging markets, is it possible to balance the opposing goals of increasing access to technology while reducing emissions?
IS SUSTAINABILITY UNGA’S RESPONSIBILITY?
Diana
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 1:05 pm
Should companies in emerging markets view sustainable supply-chains as a competitive edge?
Camposol: Growing fresh produce or concern?
Nicole Eckfeldt
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 4:36 pm
How is Peru's leading agro-exporter achieving record sales while tackling the challenges of climate change?
Pacific Gas and Electric: Searching for a Renewable Energy Future
MTS
Last modified on November 7, 2016 at 4:30 pm
California based Pacific Gas and Electric leading the way to supply sustainable electricity and reduce its carbon footprint
Disruptive Innovation at Nike
GS
Posted on November 3, 2016 at 10:05 pm
Nike has emerged as a leader in alleviating the effects of climate change. Through disruptive innovation, Nike intends to build a sustainable network that fosters growth and financial success.
Germany’s Adidas And Global Climate Change
Paul Odefey
Posted on November 4, 2016 at 3:18 pm
The #2 global sportswear company Adidas finding new and innovative ways to battle the impact of the fashion industry on the global climate change
How Should Harvard University Lead Efforts to Mitigate Climate Change
jeremy
Last modified on November 4, 2016 at 5:48 pm
How should Harvard University, the leading academic institution, fight against climate change?
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...
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