Question 1

Walmart implemented a web-based scorecard that evaluated the packaging of each product along nine metrics which included

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A)   cube utilization.
B)   distance traveled.
C)   recycled content.
D)   Both A and CE) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 2

________ reduced the amount of harmful phosphates in laundry and dish detergents in the Americas region by 14.5 percent in 2011 with a goal of reaching a reduction of 70 percent.

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A)   Walmart
B)   BASF
C)   3M
D)   Procter & GambleE) B) and C)
F) A) and D) A

Question 3

What are some metrics that can be used to measure sustainability for a supply chain?

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There are many metrics-both quantitative...

Question 4

Hardin (1968) described the tragedy of the commons as a dilemma arising when the common good does not align perfectly with the good of individual entities.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Walmart reported that in California, over ________ percent of waste has been diverted from landfills and made into something else that produces revenue.

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A)   25
B)   40
C)   60
D)   80E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 6

________ has worked hard to reuse heat energy from boilers in its production process and reduce its total water footprint.

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A)   Walmart
B)   Coca-Cola
C)   IBM
D)   StarbucksE) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 7

Discuss the role of sustainability supply chains.

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This is a general question and many answers would suffice in answering it. Answers should be similar to the following comments. Each supply chain is only a small part of the world it resides in. Ultimately the health and survival of every individual depends on the health of the world around us. It is thus important to expand the goal of a supply chain beyond the interests of its participants (which the supply chain surplus represents) to others that may be affected by supply chain decisions. It is in this context that the 21^st century has seen a growing focus on sustainability. The focus on sustainability has increased as large countries like Brazil, China and India have grown. On the one hand, the growth of emerging markets is improving global living standards in a way that perhaps has not happened before in human history. On the other hand, this growth puts pressure on resources and the environment in a way that has also never happened before. It has become increasingly clear that if supply chains do not become much more sustainable than they have been in the past, the world's resources and environment cannot sustain this level of growth.

Question 8

Most concrete action has been observed primarily when a focus on sustainability

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A)   increases revenue for sustainability initiatives.
B)   makes the world more sustainable.
C)   attracts customers who value sustainability.
D)   reduces risk and improving the financial performance of the supply chain.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 9

Facilities often offer the best opportunity to simultaneously improve the environmental and financial performance through innovation.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Under a carbon tax system, the price of emissions is

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A)   the tax rate set directly by the regulatory authority.
B)   decided by the emitters.
C)   determined by the fraction of total carbon assignable to the company.
D)   agreed upon by all firms competing for the same pool of customers.E) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 11

________ has always worked hard to design products that can be shipped flat to achieve high volume and weight density during transportation. As a result, the company not only lowers its transportation costs, it also reduces emissions and energy use.

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A)   Walmart
B)   IKEA
C)   3M
D)   Procter & GambleE) A) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 12

For individuals and firms to focus on sustainability, it is crucial that they

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A)   reject the model of maximization of shareholder wealth as the firm objective.
B)   adhere to ISO 14000 standards.
C)   internalize the monetary value of the social/environmental cost of their actions.
D)   include language in the corporate mission, vision, and values statements about sustainability.E) None of the above
F) C) and D) C

Question 13

________ is a social arrangement that encourages all participants to behave such that they do not contribute to the tragedy of the commons.

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A)   A zero sum game
B)   Escalation of commitment
C)   Mutual coercion
D)   Barzini RedE) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 14

In general, the reverse logistics function for a manufacturer is more expensive to operate on a per unit basis than the forward logistics function that sends the products to market.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Unilever, the Dutch-British consumer goods giant, has invested significant effort to help emerging economies such as Brazil and India wrestle with poverty, water scarcity and climate change. The company sees ________ of its sales and the majority of its growth coming from emerging economies.

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A)   almost 25%
B)   almost 50%
C)   almost 60%
D)   almost 75%E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 16

One advantage of a carbon tax system over a cap and trade system is

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A)   the carbon tax system is less expensive.
B)   the carbon tax system is more expensive.
C)   that emissions under the cap and trade system cannot be monitored by outside agencies.
D)   the carbon tax system displays more price stability.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 17

________ worked with their equipment supplier, Siemens VAI, to create a new production process that cut costs and emissions by using local iron ore that was of lower quality but cheaper.

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A)   Walmart
B)   Coca-Cola
C)   Posco
D)   StarbucksE) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 18

Surveys in sustainable farming have revealed that the typical consumer is willing to pay 25% more for sustainable fare.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

For most firms, the extent of direct emissions is typically only a small fraction of the extent of indirect emissions in the supply chain.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Under a cap and trade system, the price of emissions is

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A)   determined directly as a function of the output.
B)   determined indirectly and can change.
C)   determined indirectly and is invariant.
D)   determined directly and is invariant.E) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

Exam 17: Sustainability and the Supply Chain

Walmart implemented a web-based scorecard that evaluated the packaging of each product along nine metrics which included

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________ reduced the amount of harmful phosphates in laundry and dish detergents in the Americas region by 14.5 percent in 2011 with a goal of reaching a reduction of 70 percent.

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Hardin (1968) described the tragedy of the commons as a dilemma arising when the common good does not align perfectly with the good of individual entities.

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Walmart reported that in California, over ________ percent of waste has been diverted from landfills and made into something else that produces revenue.

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________ has worked hard to reuse heat energy from boilers in its production process and reduce its total water footprint.

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Discuss the role of sustainability supply chains.

Most concrete action has been observed primarily when a focus on sustainability

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Facilities often offer the best opportunity to simultaneously improve the environmental and financial performance through innovation.

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Under a carbon tax system, the price of emissions is

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________ has always worked hard to design products that can be shipped flat to achieve high volume and weight density during transportation. As a result, the company not only lowers its transportation costs, it also reduces emissions and energy use.

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________ is a social arrangement that encourages all participants to behave such that they do not contribute to the tragedy of the commons.

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In general, the reverse logistics function for a manufacturer is more expensive to operate on a per unit basis than the forward logistics function that sends the products to market.

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Unilever, the Dutch-British consumer goods giant, has invested significant effort to help emerging economies such as Brazil and India wrestle with poverty, water scarcity and climate change. The company sees ________ of its sales and the majority of its growth coming from emerging economies.

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One advantage of a carbon tax system over a cap and trade system is

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________ worked with their equipment supplier, Siemens VAI, to create a new production process that cut costs and emissions by using local iron ore that was of lower quality but cheaper.

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Surveys in sustainable farming have revealed that the typical consumer is willing to pay 25% more for sustainable fare.

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For most firms, the extent of direct emissions is typically only a small fraction of the extent of indirect emissions in the supply chain.

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Under a cap and trade system, the price of emissions is

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Walmart implemented a web-based scorecard that evaluated the packaging of each product along nine metrics which included

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________ reduced the amount of harmful phosphates in laundry and dish detergents in the Americas region by 14.5 percent in 2011 with a goal of reaching a reduction of 70 percent.

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What are some metrics that can be used to measure sustainability for a supply chain?

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________ has worked hard to reuse heat energy from boilers in its production process and reduce its total water footprint.

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Facilities often offer the best opportunity to simultaneously improve the environmental and financial performance through innovation.

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Under a carbon tax system, the price of emissions is

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________ has always worked hard to design products that can be shipped flat to achieve high volume and weight density during transportation. As a result, the company not only lowers its transportation costs, it also reduces emissions and energy use.

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________ is a social arrangement that encourages all participants to behave such that they do not contribute to the tragedy of the commons.

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In general, the reverse logistics function for a manufacturer is more expensive to operate on a per unit basis than the forward logistics function that sends the products to market.

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Unilever, the Dutch-British consumer goods giant, has invested significant effort to help emerging economies such as Brazil and India wrestle with poverty, water scarcity and climate change. The company sees ________ of its sales and the majority of its growth coming from emerging economies.

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One advantage of a carbon tax system over a cap and trade system is

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________ worked with their equipment supplier, Siemens VAI, to create a new production process that cut costs and emissions by using local iron ore that was of lower quality but cheaper.

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Surveys in sustainable farming have revealed that the typical consumer is willing to pay 25% more for sustainable fare.

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For most firms, the extent of direct emissions is typically only a small fraction of the extent of indirect emissions in the supply chain.

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