2.2 Ethical and environmental considerations

• One key aspect of ethical conduct is legal compliance
• Discriminating against employees is an example of an unethical
• What is the concept closely tied to environmental responsibility in business?

  Sustainability
• What are the three values aligned with ethical business conduct?

  Honesty, fairness, respect
• What is fairness in ethical conduct?

  Treating all parties equitably
• Exploiting workers or unsafe working conditions are examples of unethical practices.
• What can result from unethical business practices?

  Reputational damage
• Order the following environmentally responsible practices from most to least impactful:

  1️⃣ Using renewable energy sources

  2️⃣ Implementing recycling programs

  3️⃣ Designing eco-friendly products

  4️⃣ Supporting conservation efforts
• Match the ethical issue with its ethical approach:

  Fair Treatment ↔️ Ensuring safe working conditions

  Environmental Sustainability ↔️ Using renewable energy
• Business ethics involves applying moral principles to business practices and policies.
• Business ethics aligns with values of honesty, fairness, and respect.
• Embracing environmental responsibility allows businesses to reduce their carbon footprint
• Businesses must minimize emissions to prevent air, water, and land contamination
• Match the environmental concern with its irresponsible practice:

  Pollution ↔️ Releasing untreated pollutants

  Resource Depletion ↔️ Relying on fossil fuels

  Waste Management ↔️ Excessive waste disposal

  Climate Change ↔️ Increasing emissions without mitigation
• Match the stakeholder with their environmental priority:

  Customers ↔️ Eco-friendly products

  Employees ↔️ Workplace sustainability initiatives

  Investors ↔️ Sustainable business practices

  Local Community ↔️ Protecting local ecosystems
• What is the definition of business ethics?

  Moral principles in business
• What is the impact of ethical business practices on stakeholders?

  Enhances customer loyalty
• Why is it important for businesses to act ethically?

  Impacts reputation and relationships
• Unethical practices can lead to legal issues and reputational damage.


  True
• Environmental responsibility can enhance a business's brand reputation.


  True
• Accountability means taking responsibility for actions and decisions.

  True
• What is an example of an ethical business practice related to advertising?

  Honesty in advertising
• Match the ethical practice with its description:

  Honesty in advertising ↔️ Being truthful in marketing

  Fair treatment of employees ↔️ Ensuring safe working conditions
• Businesses must comply with environmental regulations to reduce their environmental impact.

  True
• Truthfulness in advertising and labeling is an ethical approach under the issue of honesty.
• Why is addressing ethical issues crucial for businesses?

  To maintain a positive reputation
• How do ethical business practices impact stakeholders?

  Enhance customer loyalty
• What is a long-term benefit of environmental responsibility in business?

  Positive brand reputation
• Match the ethical issue with its unethical approach:

  Honesty and Transparency ↔️ Misleading or false advertising

  Fair Treatment ↔️ Exploitation of workers

  Environmental Sustainability ↔️ Polluting and wasteful activities

  Data Privacy ↔️ Unauthorized data use
• Order the key environmental concerns businesses must address:

  1️⃣ Pollution

  2️⃣ Resource Depletion

  3️⃣ Waste Management

  4️⃣ Climate Change
• Different stakeholders may have varying perspectives on business ethics and environmental responsibility.


  True
• Businesses must comply with legal and regulatory frameworks related to ethics and sustainability.


  True
• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) involves actions beyond legal compliance.


  True
• Business ethics aligns with values of honesty, fairness, and respect.

  True
• Unethical business practices can lead to legal issues and reputational damage.


  True
• Ethical issues in business require careful consideration and decision-making.


  True
• Exploiting or discriminating against workers is an unethical approach to fair treatment.

  True
• What type of activity is considered unethical in terms of environmental sustainability?

  Polluting and wasteful activities
• What does honesty and transparency in business involve?

  Accurate and truthful advertising
• What is an example of a responsible practice for pollution control?

  Wastewater treatment