Unit 4 Discussion: Investigating a Product from a Public Company
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Purpose
This discussion invites you to apply your learning to a product you personally own. You’ll explore its environmental and social footprint, evaluate the public company that produced it, and reflect on how the concepts in Unit 4 show up in real-world business practices.
Task
Choose one product you own that is made by a public company.
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- The Item
- What is it? Briefly describe the product and why you chose it. Include a link to the product if currently for sale or an image.
- What Might Be Behind the Label
- Research the company’s sustainability report or ESG disclosures. Summarize what you find about its environmental and social impact practices. You may want to consider:
- Emissions (Scope 1, 2, 3) and use of carbon accounting tools
- Labor practices or social impact programs
- Use of circular economy strategies
- Responsible sourcing standards or certifications
- Research the company’s sustainability report or ESG disclosures. Summarize what you find about its environmental and social impact practices. You may want to consider:
- One “Aha!” Moment
- Share one insight from this unit that changed how you now see this product or company’s approach to sustainability. Be specific and link it to a concept you learned.