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08. Business ethics social responsibility and environmental sustainability

 Businesses that practice social responsibility pledge to behave morally and make meaningful contributions to society in addition to pursuing their own financial goals. It entails taking into account how decisions made by the company will affect different stakeholders, such as the environment, communities, customers, and employees. Companies that uphold social responsibility frequently take part in initiatives that advance social welfare, such as contributing to community development, supporting charitable causes, and using fair labor practices. Making a profit while taking social and environmental concerns into account is the aim.


Business ethics are essential for maintaining trust and credibility, guiding companies to operate with integrity, fairness, and transparency. Social responsibility benefits businesses by enhancing their reputation and brand image, attracting customers, retaining talented employees, and building stronger connections with communities. Environmental sustainability involves adopting practices that minimize the environmental impact of business operations, such as reducing waste, conserving resources, and investing in eco-friendly technologies. Companies can integrate ethics into their corporate culture by establishing a clear code of conduct, providing ethics training for employees, encouraging open communication, and fostering a values-driven environment.

Social responsibility initiatives can include supporting local charities, engaging in philanthropy, promoting diversity and inclusion, implementing fair labor practices, and participating in community development projects. Businesses can promote environmental sustainability by adopting energy-efficient practices, reducing waste, utilizing renewable resources, implementing eco-friendly product designs, and regularly assessing their environmental impact.

This video describes the initiative of ethical social responsibility of Starbucks in making their products sustainable and taking more responsible toward the nature.


References

Bartel, J. (2022). Council Post: Corporate Social Responsibility And Business Ethics. [online] Forbes. Available at: https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesfinancecouncil/2022/06/27/corporate-social-responsibility-and-business-ethics/.

‌openstax.org. (n.d.). 4.2 Sustainability: Business and the Environment - Business Ethics | OpenStax. [online] Available at: https://openstax.org/books/business-ethics/pages/4-2-sustainability-business-and-the-environment.

Arsalan (2020). ETHICS, SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY AND SUSTAINABILITY. [online] Academic Master. Available at: https://academic-master.com/ethics-social-responsibility-and-sustainability/.


Starbucks Coffee (2019). Follow Starbucks 15 year journey to 100% ethically sourced coffee with conservation International. YouTube. Available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X9g6Z0FYTn8.


www.youtube.com. (n.d.). Starbucks: Looking to the Future. [online] Available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H93jvfEnwUA.

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  1. Pathum Suraweera - E193894 - Employee EngagementDecember 19, 2023 at 9:19 AM

    "Business ethics, social responsibility, and environmental sustainability are crucial for long-term success, fostering trust, and creating a positive impact on society and the planet."

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    1. Dilith MelloDecember 19, 2023 at 9:35 AM

      Absolutely! Doing business the right way, being nice to people, and taking care of the environment are really important. It helps companies do well in the long run, and people trust them more. And it's good for the world we live in. So, it's like a win-win – companies succeed, people trust them, and the planet stays happy too!

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