Question

While Minimotors has focused on improving production efficiencies, global customers are inquiring about its environmental policies. In light of its strategy to serve customers in the EU, Sparky has requested two of its lead engineers to investigate what it would take to meet the environmental standards of its socially responsible customers. The engineers should investigate ___________ as best practices for managing a firm's impact on its environment.

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer is letter "B": ISO 14000.

Explanation:

ISO (International Organization for Standardization) 14000 refers to a series of norms in regards to environmental systems management that are related to protection, prevention, pollution, and socio-economic needs. ISO 14000 attempts ton find a balance between economic savings and the decrease of environmental damage.  

Institutions ISO 14000 certified have proven to handle businesses keeping a strong environmental policy. In such a scenario, the engineers investigating Minimotors should review the criteria evaluated at the moment of providing that company the ISO 14000 certification and if they have been following it.