Which factors contribute to a triple bottom line sustainability policy?

I.    Social

II.   Economic

III.  Ergonomic

Which of the following describes someone who is influential in ensuring a company adopts environmentally friendly policies?

Which of Datschefski’s five principles of sustainable design do compostable trash bags best fulfil?

Everyone involved in making, selling, buying or handling a product takes responsibility for minimizing the environmental impact throughout its life cycle. What is the name given to this type of sustainable development?

Triple bottom line sustainability does not only focus on the profitability of an organization or product, but also the environmental and social benefit it can bring. Which of the following refers to triple bottom line sustainability?

Organic cotton uses non-genetically modified plants and is grown without the use of any pesticides. Clothing manufacturers can be involved at the growth stage of this material, right through to seeing it made into products given to retailers. What is this an example of?

Greenpeace is an organization that regularly arranges demonstrations opposing practices that they believe will damage the environment. Greenpeace is an example of…

In some countries, governments require manufacturers to cover the costs of collecting and recycling their products. This is an example of…

A person that enthusiastically adopts environmentally friendly practices as a consumer is known as…

What are generally considered to be examples of sustainable consumption?

I. Taking an alternative route to avoid road tolls

II. Not buying more food than needed

III. Turning taps off when brushing teeth

Which type of consumer would be most likely to join a protest by an environmental pressure group?

Which of the following are true of a green design?

I. Meets all parts of the triple bottom line

II. Is a short-term solution

III. Has a cradle to grave approach

Biopol is a plastic manufactured from plant materials. It can be placed in landfill or composted at the end of its useful life and will decompose harmlessly far quicker than conventional plastic. Which of Datschefski’s principles of sustainable design does this satisfy?

What best describes the requirements for all stakeholders involved in making, buying, selling, or handling equipment to take responsibility for minimizing the environmental, health, and safety impact at all stages of the life cycle?

Take-back legislation has implications for which of the following groups of people?

I.    Manufacturers

II.   Designers

III.  Consumers

The concept of energy security refers to…

Being an ethical consumer means buying products that:

I. do not harm the environment and society

II. were ethically produced

III. are cheap

Which of the following best describes an eco-warrior?

Which part of triple bottom line sustainability applies when dealing with financial viability?

The concept of decoupling refers to…

Being an ethical consumer means…

Which of the following are true of a green design?

I. Meets all parts of the triple bottom line

II. Is a short-term solution

III. Has a cradle to grave approach

Some sustainable energy innovations are initiated by individuals and businesses through local initiatives. Which term best describes this?

Which of the following can be used by governments to drive sustainable innovation?

I. Subsidies for public transport

II. Education

III. Regulation of fossil fuel use

Separating economic growth from negative ecological impact is known as…