Lecture 2 Flashcards

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Sustainability Definition

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fulfill needs of current generations without compromising the needs of future generations, while ensuring a balance between economic growth, environmental care and social well-being

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TBL Strategies

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  • The utilization of natural resources as a part of its production processes, e.g., the amount of water used in garment finishing
  • The enrichment of a local community through the creation of employment opportunities
  • Transformation of the landscape due to raw material extraction or waste – circular economy
  • Social equality
  • Tackling pollution by imposing restrictions on the use of chemicals used during dyeing processes or restricting pesticides when growing cotton crops that can cause harm to farm workers through inhalation.
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Corporate social responsibility

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response to issues that go BEYOND the usual economic, technical, and legal requirements of the company

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CSR field terminology

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ESG; Responsible business
corporate citizenship; business ethics; community involvement; sustainability; corporate social performance - CSP

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