Max Burger
Which of the following statements about Max Burger's sustainability initiatives is TRUE?
A) Max Burger's sustainability efforts have decreased their profits since 2003.
B) Max Burger has seen a 27% increase in customer loyalty between 2007 and 2009, partly due to sustainability efforts.
C) Max Burger has completely eliminated beef from their hamburgers to reduce carbon emissions.
D) Max Burger's sustainability initiatives are primarily focused on reducing the use of paper products only.
B) Max Burger has seen a 27% increase in customer loyalty between 2007 and 2009, partly due to sustainability efforts.
What is not one of the 4 TNS principles?
a) Don’t increase concentrations of substances produced by society
b) People are not subject to conditions that lead to decreased efficiency and economic recession
c) Don’t increase concentrations of substances extracted from earths crust
d) People are not subject to conditions such that they can’t meet their needs
b) People are not subject to conditions that lead to decreased efficiency and economic recession
Should National Parks, World Heritage sites and Natural Assets be valued with only a price?
No. Why should someone be able to pay to destroy nature?
How many of the STG's does TNS hit?
a. 18
b. 17
c. 16
d. 15
b. 17
The Principles only hit 16, however the general goal of the framework makes up for the 17th.
As a result of TNS, did Max Burger out perform major fast food chains McDonalds and Burger King?
Yes
What is the primary focus of Max Burger's sustainability vision?
A) To become the world's largest fast food chain
B) To operate on 100% renewable energy
C) To be a sustainable company in a sustainable society
D) To eliminate all meat products from their menu
C) To be a sustainable company in a sustainable society.
What isn’t a step for TNS backcasting approach?
a. Spreading awareness
b. Profit Assessment
c. Creating solutions
d. Planning for the future
b. Profit Assessment
Which Definition is for Natural Capital?
a. Money or Wealth that facilitates productivity
b. The Way that people understand the world and how they interact with it as well as their history and traditions
c. Resources that reside in a certain place which provide social benefits through ecosystem services
d. Ability to access power, connect to resources in order to voice concerns and be heard.
c. Resources that reside in a certain place which provide social benefits through ecosystem services
Which is not one of the 17 STGs?
a. Reduced Inequalities
b. Life below water
c. Life on land
d. Industry, Innovation, Infrastructure
e. Life in Air
f. Gender Equality
e. Life in Air
Which of the environmental protection STGs is TNS best related to?
a) Life Below Water
b) Life On Land
c) Climate Action
d) Responsible Consumption and Production
d) Responsible Consumption and Production
Which of the following is NOT a practice adopted by Max Burger as part of its sustainability efforts?
A) Carbon labeling on menus
B) Using GMOs in products
C) Converting used fry oil into biodiesel
D) Removing battery-operated toys from kids’ meals
B) Using GMOs in products.
Why would a business follow TNS for a better public perception?
Better Public Perception = Increase In Customers = Profit
Complete the sentence:
Natural Capital encapsulates the ______ and _______
1 answer: 100 || Both answers: 300
Natural Stock/material (Flora & Fauna, Minerals)
Natural Ecosystem Services (Air & Water Purification, pollination, soil stabilisation)
How many Sustainable Development Goals are there?
17
What is the name of our Tutor and Unit Coordinator?
Dr. Hossein Mohammadi
What renewable energy source powers all of Max Burger's restaurants as part of their sustainability efforts?
Wind energy.
Best Answer Wins.
Why wouldn’t business follow the TNS framework?
The upfront cost of switching strategies might harm the business and disrupt the operations of the business.
Uncertainty of the future operations of the business.
The shareholders of the business might not be properly informed of the benefits of The Natural Step and will continue with the normal framework for the business.
Why should we focus on natural capitalism?
Sustainable Development and the triple bottom line:
( Planet ( People ( Profit ) ) )
The planet provides the materials for people and profit, there should be a focus on maintaining it otherwise no people and no profit.
Which STG is not included in the 4 TNS principles?
Gender Equality
How is Corporate Social Responsibility different to TNS or Natural Capitalism
CSR encompasses a broader range of social, environmental, and economic issues, while TNS and NC emphasise sustainable development and resource efficiency.
CSR aims to improve reputation, manage risks, and comply with regulations. TNS and NC focus on creating genuine sustainability and long-term value through fundamental shifts in business practices.
In what year did Max Burger begin its sustainability journey by investigating what other fast food chains were doing about climate change?
2007
Who Founded TNS?
There were two ways listed to protect our natural capital as a part of market based Environmentalism.
What were they?
Cap and Trade
Pollution Tax
Name 10 STG's that TNS hits.
No Poverty | Zero Hunger | Good Health and Well Being | Quality Education | Quality Education | Gender Equality | Clean Water and Sanitation | Affordable and Clean Energy | Decent Work and Economic Growth | Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure | Reduced Inequalities | Sustainable Cities and Communities | Responsible Consumption and Production | Climate Action | Life Below Water | Life on Land | Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions | Partnerships for the Goals
What are the 4 Pillars of Natural Capitalism?
100pts for each pillar, bonus 200pts for all pillars
Radical Resource Productivity
Investing in Natural Capital
Services and Flow Economy
Biomimicry