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... (Friedman 2003) Globalization, environmental disasters and social hardship caused by companies have changed societys expectations of the way businesses operate. Just what is an environmentally responsible company? Is there such a thing in today’s global economy? ... We will specifically address three major corporations and show each company: Exxon Mobil, The Coca-Cola Company and Ben & Jerry’s, each with a distinctive role in the environment. The report will answer are these companies meeting the environmental needs of the places where they do business or failing to address them. ... This statement does not directly address environmental issues, but rather leaves generalities and evasive wording. ... Coca Cola Coca Colas environmental mission statement addresses the importance of preserving the beauty and pristine quality of our natural environment. The company believes treating the company with the utmost respect, which begins with our water and natural resources. Coca Cola contribute large sums of money to 5 river organizations helping to educate and make others aware of clean water issues. Coca Cola has been accused of violent violation of labor laws in Columbia. ... Ben & Jerry’s Ben & Jerrys mission statement is founded on three concepts: product, economic, and social missions. Their social mission states: to operate the company in a way that actively recognizes the central role that business plays in society by initiating innovative ways to improve the quality of life locally, nationally, and internationally. Ben & Jerrys has partnered with various organizations and celebrities to actively encourage customers to get involved with environmental issues. ... Other involvement has been with Dave Matthews Band, rainforest preservation, and Jerry Garcia. Examining all evidence provided will lead to the conclusion that Ben & Jerrys is committed to a strong environmental and social policy. They were the first public company to sign the CERES (Coalition for Environmentally Responsible Economics) Principles for environmental responsibility in 1992. ... They have one of the worst records for a company based in the environment. ... Coca Colas strengths lie in dedication to clean water and other global issues. Recycling programs and wiser use of resources could gain Coke credibility in the environmental arena. ... ENVIRONMENTAL POLICIES OF BEN & JERRY’S ICE CREAM, THE COCA COLA COMPANY, AND EXXONMOBIL THE HISTORY OF THE THREE COMPANIES ExxonMobil When the word environmentally friendly company comes to mind ExxonMobil is not usually on that list. This is a company that has undergone changes over the years whether those changes are good or bad depends on your point of view. ... Even back than two refining and marketing organizations, Standard Oil Company of New Jersey and Standard Oil Co. ... S. ... Neither company was fully integrated but business units were built up. ... The company in 1955 what was known as, Socony-Vacuum became Socony Mobil Oil Co. ... In 1988, Exxon and Mobil merged together to become the ExxonMobil Corporation. ... The Coca Cola Company The Coca-Cola Company (2003) was founded in 1886 and has since become the worlds leading manufacturer, marketer, and distributor of nonalcoholic beverage concentrates and syrups, used to produce more than 300 beverage brands. Coca Cola’s U.S. ... Coca-Cola Company is a huge multinational company that has the potential to make a lasting impact on the environment. The question arises does this global company that is notorious for controlling their image live up to environmental expectations? Ben & Jerrys Ice Cream Ben & Jerrys were founded on a concept of linked prosperity. ... Central to its mission is the belief that all thee parts must exist equally, command deep respect for individuals inside and outside the company, and support the community in which they are a part. ... Product Mission To make, distribute & sell the finest quality all natural ice cream & euphoric concoctions with a continued commitment to incorporating wholesome, natural ingredients and promoting business practices that respect the Earth and the Environment. Economic Mission To operate the Company on a sustainable financial basis of profitable growth, increasing value for our stakeholders & expanding opportunities for development and career growth for our employees. Social Mission To operate the company in a way that actively recognizes the central role that business plays in society by initiating innovative ways to improve the quality of life locally, nationally & internationally. Figure 2 EXXONMOBIL ExxonMobil’s Environmental Role ExxonMobil’s mission statement is to provide quality petrochemical products and services in the most efficient and responsible manner to generate outstanding customer and shareholder value (ExxonMobil). ... S. ... S. companies, including ExxonMobil, voted on resolutions calling for greater attention to the global warming issue. ... Here’s a company that its financial well-being depends on increased efforts to protect the environment (ExxonMobil Website). Fossil fuels have played and continue to play a central role in our society’s industrial growth. ... According to many environmental groups, ExxonMobil has become entrenched in its fossil-fuel-centric views and lags far behind other energy companies, both in acknowledgment of the problem of global warming and in the pursuit of renewable energy solutions. The North American climate varies from the lush sub-tropical climate of Florida to the frozen ice and tundra of the Arctic. ... However, in a March 1999 report, the Council for Economic Priorities ranked Exxon as the 2nd most environmentally sounds Oil Company. ... The ranking was based on environmental impact (60% weight), environmental management systems (30% weight), and corporate environmental reporting (10% weight). (Council for Economic Priorities) The question is ExxonMobil doing enough to stop global warming and current evidence points to no. |
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