Essays on Sustainability

Executive summary The objective of the research is to find out ways through which companies can engage in sustainable business. The paper will investigate the three dimensions through which a business entity or a company can achieve sustainability in its operations. The three dimensions are...

In this world of fast fashion and consumer culture, it’s easy to be caught up in a plethora of colour and pattern and knee-high leather boots. It’s easy to give yourself over to momentary wants and “needs” and lose sight of the bigger picture, but...

Definitions We as individuals living in a world where the population is growing and the natural resources are limited, need to learn to live together sustainably. We need to learn to act responsibly towards the environment which we are part of, because what we do...

“To deny people their rights is to challenge their very humanity” claimed Nelson Mandela, perhaps, as a sigh of caution to all humankind, waking their senses against discrimination. The human race is so special a creation, that, it possesses unique powers to both create and...

Sustainable living and development are defined as the ability to prosper as an economy without negatively impacting the earth and its resources. This topic is very important to me as I am living in South Africa, the 30th most polluted country in the world. This...

Life outside Earth has been one of the ultimate goals for generations. Whether it be finding life outside Earth or moving life outside of Earth. Still after so many years humans are primarily stationed on this planet. The biggest issue stopping humans from moving for...

In terms of growing awareness about environmental impact of computing, green technology is gaining Increasing importance. With rising energy consumption, global warming and e-waste, the idea of green Computing is widely taken into serious consideration by both the government agencies and private Companies, as their...

In the Brundtland Report, also known as ‘Our Common Future’, published by the United Nation’s World Commission on Environment and Development in 1987, the – now ubiquitous – the idea of sustainability was introduced and ever since it has piqued the interest of many. It...

Having grown up in Mexico, I have seen first hand the effects of non-sustainable actions, including environmental pollution, which has been a source of motivation in my life. In fact, I wish to dedicate my time to a company that is climate-friendly and socially responsible....

Determining a good balance between a rising economy, the need for environmental protection and social responsibilities in order to provide a good life for the current and future generation is what is energy sustainability. In other words, it is meeting the needs of the current...

One of man’s most important concerns today is to produce enough food to feed an increasingly growing population. For this it needs breeders, planters and farmers who use methods that respect biodiversity. In that line the Union of Concerned Scientists (USC) of the USA suggests...

Fast Fashion has huge impacts on the earth. WHat do you think when you are eyeing-out a new top? You are most probably asking yourself if it really looks good on you, and then whether or not you can afford it, before deciding that it...

Introduction The design of environmentally friendly buildings and materials is currently one of the most pertinent issues in the design industry. The reasons for environmental design revolve around human health, the quality of air, water and soil. With common materials, like low-cost synthetics, little to...

Abstract Our planet is inhabited by our 7 billion people and is in the midst of massive transition due to climatic change, biological evolution. Climatic change brings its adverse consequences such as threat to biodiversity and risk to human health, rising sea level, increasing water...

In the most recent decade, plastic has influenced the wellbeing and life of people gravely. A few episodes have pulled in the consideration of the entire world and put a question mark about the utilization of plastic in day by day life. Plastics are utilized...

Introduction As part of the process of completing my Middle Years Program of the International Baccalaureate I must complete an independent project called the Personal Project in grade 10. For my Personal Project, I have decided to learn more about sustainable reusage of motorcycles. We...

Introduction In a country or state, there consists of other parts which entail diversified individuals. For instance, Kenya, as a country, comprises different people who come from diverse regions, tribes, religions, and with distinct cultures. In these regions, there are individuals and families: Some who...

Achieving growth and sustainable development is among the main agendas of most nations globally. This requires participation from key stakeholders like respective governments in facilitating utilization of the available resources for the benefit of everyone. Additionally, the aspect and contribution of gender roles towards attaining...

Introduction Ecosystems are dynamic by nature. Throughout history biomes worldwide have changed. Currently multiple dry forests are in the midst of (or have already) altering their structure and losing their function as a dry forest ecosystem (such as in Ethiopia and Ghana). Together with the...

The aspect of organizational development approach to innovation in Under Armour is a costly strategy, viable to the risk of failure. The approach to transforming the company’s culture, climate and strategies require close scrutiny. This strategy entails both internal and external elements of the organization....

Sustainability of any company depends on the extension of earnings retained and the return earned on the earnings retention. During the last 5 years company recorded its highest sustainable growth rate in the year of 2010. But after the year 2010 it has gradually declined...

All SSA countries are threatened by land degradation. It is noteworthy that 46 out of 50 of them have ratified the convention on biological diversity. Protected areas provide both local and international benefits—especially when policies and strategies involve communities surrounding the protected areas in managing...

A worldwide temperature alteration is the term used to depict a progressive increment in the normal temperature of the Earth’s air and its seas, a change that is accepted to be for all time changing the Earth’s atmosphere. There is incredible discussion among numerous individuals,...

The satisfaction of human needs and aspirations is the major objective of development. The essential needs of vast numbers of people in developing countries for food, clothing, shelter, jobs – are not being met, and beyond their basic needs these people have legitimate aspirations for...

A global business is gold mining except for Antarctica it has its operations on every continent, and from mines, gold is extracted of different types and scales. Mines and the operations of the gold mining have become increasing all over the world, removed far from...

Table Of Contents Sustainability According to Cummins CSR Intervention Integration of CSR and Business model Critical Analysis References Sustainability according to Cummins Sustainability for Cummins is the future and the way forward, and it is particularly necessary for them as they are a resource heavy...

Introduction The issue of sustainability is a relatively new development in human history. Before the industrial revolution, resources were ample, and the idea of pollution was nearly nonexistent. However, once manufacturing was developed the need for raw materials increased exponentially. At first this was not...

Dr. Sandra Waddock believes companies need to fundamentally change their design structure and purposes, so they can incorporate sustainability and social issues into their core purposes. This would allow them to no longer be single mindedly focused on just maximising their shareholder profit, which is...

The usage of cosmetics, make-up and another form of manicure is daily gaining publicity across the globe. Though it has been on for a while, there was an exponential growth in the usage of skin treatment and beauty product across the globe starting from the...

The world population is predicted to grow to 10 billion by 2050 with an estimated 48. 6% increase in agriculture production to meet their food demands. Traditional livestock farming which has become highly industrialised today, involves the painful slaughter of millions of animals and contributes...