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What is the primary goal of sustainability as defined in the content?
What is the primary goal of sustainability as defined in the content?
Which aspect of business does ESG primarily pertain to?
Which aspect of business does ESG primarily pertain to?
What should organizations develop to address ESG issues effectively?
What should organizations develop to address ESG issues effectively?
Which factor is NOT an intended learning outcome of the module?
Which factor is NOT an intended learning outcome of the module?
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What major event is referenced in relation to workplace unsafety?
What major event is referenced in relation to workplace unsafety?
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What is considered a core component of sustainability in business?
What is considered a core component of sustainability in business?
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Which of the following statements best describes social sustainability?
Which of the following statements best describes social sustainability?
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How does customer behavior influence sustainability in business?
How does customer behavior influence sustainability in business?
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What role does innovation play in sustainability?
What role does innovation play in sustainability?
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What percentage of discarded clothing ends up in landfill globally?
What percentage of discarded clothing ends up in landfill globally?
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What is a key goal for many businesses in terms of sustainability?
What is a key goal for many businesses in terms of sustainability?
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What is the leading category in the forecasted secondhand luxury goods market revenue for 2026?
What is the leading category in the forecasted secondhand luxury goods market revenue for 2026?
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Which of the following describes Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)?
Which of the following describes Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)?
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Which circular business model aspect is crucial for achieving sustainable growth?
Which circular business model aspect is crucial for achieving sustainable growth?
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In the forecast for market revenue in 2026, which sector is predicted to have the revenue of $116.33 billion?
In the forecast for market revenue in 2026, which sector is predicted to have the revenue of $116.33 billion?
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What has driven the increased public concern about sustainability in 2022?
What has driven the increased public concern about sustainability in 2022?
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What is indicated as a consumer preference in a survey regarding recycled products?
What is indicated as a consumer preference in a survey regarding recycled products?
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What is an example of a company that promotes social sustainability?
What is an example of a company that promotes social sustainability?
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What is the expected market revenue for the secondhand luxury goods market in 2026?
What is the expected market revenue for the secondhand luxury goods market in 2026?
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What initiative does H&M use to promote sustainability?
What initiative does H&M use to promote sustainability?
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What percentage of apparel was consumed globally as of 2019?
What percentage of apparel was consumed globally as of 2019?
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What is the highest level of responsibility in Carroll's CSR Pyramid?
What is the highest level of responsibility in Carroll's CSR Pyramid?
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In the context of trade-offs among the triple bottom lines (3BLs), what does the firm's resource perspective suggest?
In the context of trade-offs among the triple bottom lines (3BLs), what does the firm's resource perspective suggest?
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How might CSR enhance a firm's reputation according to the potential alignment perspective?
How might CSR enhance a firm's reputation according to the potential alignment perspective?
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What is a key critique of the Agency Theory perspective on CSR?
What is a key critique of the Agency Theory perspective on CSR?
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What trade-off is associated with the employee safety perspective in CSR?
What trade-off is associated with the employee safety perspective in CSR?
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According to the content, what is a fundamental objection raised by Friedman regarding CSR?
According to the content, what is a fundamental objection raised by Friedman regarding CSR?
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What does aligning the triple bottom lines (3BLs) ideally seek to achieve?
What does aligning the triple bottom lines (3BLs) ideally seek to achieve?
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What is emphasized in the concept of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)?
What is emphasized in the concept of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)?
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What is one consequence of a firm taking Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) into account?
What is one consequence of a firm taking Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) into account?
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How does good product quality relate to environmental performance?
How does good product quality relate to environmental performance?
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Which indicators are used to measure financial performance?
Which indicators are used to measure financial performance?
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What drives the emergence of ESG considerations in finance and economics?
What drives the emergence of ESG considerations in finance and economics?
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In public opinion, how is ESG performance viewed in relation to CSR?
In public opinion, how is ESG performance viewed in relation to CSR?
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What do Bloomberg ESG scores measure?
What do Bloomberg ESG scores measure?
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Which factor is NOT a driver of ESG considerations?
Which factor is NOT a driver of ESG considerations?
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What effect does prioritizing ESG have on financial performance?
What effect does prioritizing ESG have on financial performance?
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Study Notes
Sustainable Fashion and Textiles
- Sustainability: meeting present needs without compromising future generations’ ability to meet theirs. Examples are recycled materials, responsible consumption, and sustainable packaging.
- Social Sustainability: strengthens specific social groups, providing cohesion and stability. Examples are recycled materials, responsible consumption, and affordable housing programs.
- Sustainability in Business: Balancing economic success with environmental care and social responsibility, ensuring long-term viability.
- Consumer Behavior is Crucial: Consumer preferences for sustainable products are key to businesses achieving sustainability goals.
- Sustainability will shape consumer behavior and retail: Consumers are becoming increasingly conscious of sustainable practices, expecting brands to be transparent and accountable.
- The Circular Business Model: Businesses will adopt circular models and prioritize sustainable practices in their operations, aiming to minimize waste and resource consumption.
- Innovation in Sustainable Solutions: Organizations are investing in innovative solutions to address environmental challenges, including the development of sustainable materials and processes.
- H&M's Garment Collecting Program: An example of a circular business model, encouraging customers to return used clothing for recycling or reuse.
- Secondhand Luxury Market: There is a growing trend towards second-hand luxury goods, aligning with consumer demand for sustainability and responsible consumption.
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): Businesses taking responsibility for the impact of their activities on society and the environment.
- Carroll’s CSR Pyramid: A framework that outlines four levels of CSR: economic responsibility, legal responsibility, ethical responsibility, and philanthropic responsibility.
- Trade-offs among triple bottom lines (3BLs): Businesses must consider the potential conflicts between economic, social, and environmental objectives.
- ESG Performance: Increasingly considered as a measure of CSR, with investors seeking more data and models regarding ESG issues.
- Drivers of ESG: Growing investor interest, stakeholder expectations, and risk mitigation are driving the adoption of ESG principles.
- Bloomberg ESG Scores: Measure a company's management of financially material ESG issues, providing insights for investors to assess companies' environmental, social, and governance performance.
- Prioritize ESG: Businesses that prioritize ESG issues are likely to experience positive financial results.
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Test your knowledge on sustainable fashion and textiles. This quiz covers key concepts such as sustainability, social responsibility, and consumer behavior in the fashion industry. Explore how businesses are adapting to meet the growing demand for sustainable practices.
