The Feasibility of a 100% Renewable Electricity Mix before 2040   Abstract According to Diesendorf and Elliston (2008), energy sector has always been regarded as “the largest contributor to global greenhouse emissions “at about “35% of total emissions” (p.318).  Experts have warned that continued increase in carbon emission will lead to a rise in global temperatures and adverse effects of climate change will be inevitable. This study evaluates various literature material on the feasibility of achieving a 100 % renewable electricity mix by 2040. This review also discusses the global state of renewable energy in multiple regions such as Australia, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, USA, and the Middle East.  Renewable energy is analyses through parameters such as power generation, storage and grid balancing, costs of renewable energy, environmental impact and social acceptance. From the literature, a realization of 100 % renewable energy mix is possible, however, various challenges in terms of costs, social and environmental aspects will be experienced. The overall advantage of the renewable energy mix will be eliminating greenhouse emissions, limiting climate change, improved energy efficiency and attainment…

suitable strategy for General Motors Executive Summary The study is about the identification of a suitable strategy for General Motors to improve its market share. Analysis of the current company situation shows the company has faced an increased decline in market share over the past two decades.  The case study of the external environment of General Motors uses of PESTEL framework and Porter’s 5 Forces. The analysis establishes that the main drivers for the company to consider in implementing a proper strategic direction are competition and technology. General Motors faces increased competition from regional and local firms. Similarly, improved technology offers both opportunities and threats to the success of the company. In this case, a suitable choice to facilitate the regaining of the largest global market share in the auto industry is cost leadership strategy. The company obtains this strategy from the analysis of Porter’s Generic model. The suggested approach is applicable because the company deals with a large number of vehicles that have little differentiation. The strategic implementation of the cost leadership would apply the McKinsey 7s framework.  …

Global issues My name is Tania, and I live in Australia. I work in the finance department and my day to day job revolves around assisting large institutions in raising funds based on the strength of their credibility and reputation in the public bonds market. My work is integrated with the global issues because, although bonds may seem like an unlikely instrument in saving the world, green bonds serve a purpose in mobilizing resources from domestic and international markets for climate change adaptation, renewable, and other environment-friendly projects. Furthermore, bonds are at the core of the market system. The bond market provides the participants with the issuance and trading debt securities. The goal of a bond market is to provide long-term financial aid and funding for public and private projects as well as expenditures. Green bonds offer the same except for this case; resources get used for climate and environment projects. Besides, the debt capital markets have turned into a more exciting place in particular.  Thanks to companies that are committed to tackling climate change, to a growing awareness of…

Ethical Issues in SCM             Supply chain management (SCM) is a critical part of any business. It involves all activities that begin from the identification of the raw material to the distribution of the final product. Like any other branch of business, SCM raises several ethical concerns some include whether the organization SCM managers work for value ethical means of operations, whether the organization engages in responsible labor practices and what impact the supply chain has on the environment (Aschendbran, Proctor, & Trebilcock, 2018). Ethical queries are essential in ensuring that organizations follow the right direction while guaranteeing minimal misuse of funds and resources. Ethical requirements in the supply chain of clothing and apparel range from conditions of the producers, suppliers, retailers, to those of consumers.  Production companies such as Nike and Adidas must ensure that there are conducive working environments for their employees (Ananthakrishnan, 2014). Suppliers must refrain from overpricing or providing the manufacturers with low-quality low materials such as leather. A retailer must not opt for deceiving practices such as product tampering and repackaging. They must ensure that…

Andrew Chung and the 1955 Capital Saga Having founded 1955 Capital at the San Francisco Bay area aiming at resolving issues surrounding sustainable manufacturing, education, agriculture, food, healthcare, and energy, Andrew Chung was threading on the grounds that he was well versed in as he had gained vast knowledge from other ventures like Lightspeed and Khosla ventures. Andrew Chung named his company in 1955 after his year of conviction and transformation. One of the countries that Andrew Chung heavily got entangled with is China. Especially when he was with Khosla Ventures, he worked to resolve the various environmental issues in China. He also worked for Eco motors and LanzaTech, where he led research in coming up with capital-intensive means to attain sustainable technologies. It is at this task that he was noticed for his classic delivery that his services as an advisor to the US-China historic trade mission were sought. In his humanitarian ventures, Andrew Chung made a fortune. He earned over 300 million US dollars. He still sees a lot of potential opportunities to spread his mission to developing…

TESCO PLC Strategic Analysis Executive Summary Tesco is one of the leading retailers in the world. It is ranked the ninth-largest company in terms of net revenues in the world and the third in terms of gross revenues. The SWOT analysis revealed that the company has focused on innovation, brand reputation, and focus on quality as some of its main strengths. The PESTLE analysis revealed that Brexit poses a threat to the growth and success of the company. There were no major challenges and risks, which were identified in the strategy analysis, but there is a need to work on the identified risks to avert a decline in the growth. Table of Contents   Appendices List of figures and tables Introduction Understanding the business environment is critical in unraveling the trajectory of a company or organization. An analysis of the business environment involves assessing both the internal environment and the external environment. There are various aspects that should be analyzed in the analysis, including but not limited to a SWOT analysis, PESTLE analysis, and porters five forces analysis. As a…

sociopolitical and ethical legal impacts Silent springs was an equally brilliant and controversial book authored by Rachel Carson. The book was excellent because it addressed a significantly sensitive and crucial environmental issue that affected a vast majority. The book, however, drew controversy from the fact that a scientist authored it at the time scientists were not permitted to write books. Miss Rachel Carson set a record as the maiden female biologist to work for the United States Bureau of Fisheries, the then equivalent of U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Carson, chapter by chapter, thoroughly addresses the issue of pesticide contamination, arguing that every individual is exposed to hazardous chemicals. Rachel started researching for the silent springs in the late 1950s, and it took over five years for the book to be published. The essay discusses the sociopolitical and ethical legal impacts of the author’s thesis using current evidence. The first sociopolitical impact of the author’s thesis is legislation and control of the use of pesticides. Carson states in the book that the unchecked use of pesticides has caused the death…

 city of San Jose’s regular planning commission I attended the city of San Jose’s regular planning commission that was scheduled on Wednesday, March 11, 2020. The director of the planning, building, and code enforcement Rosalynn Hughey. The meeting was held in the city council hall at 6:30 pm. The meeting was also chaired by Shiloh Ballard in the company of six other officials. The meeting was commenced with an illustration of the various practice of presentation and explanation of the different activities to observe in the community. The meeting was expected to discuss the environmental issues at the Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, which involved the analysis of the findings on the impacts of the practices and the creation of the recommendations on improving the airport approach, which was educative to listen. The meeting commenced by the analysis of the former issues discussed and the tabling of the findings as presented in the public hearing. The public hearing was based on the issues that were presented by the common citizens looking to address issues of building and planning.…

 appropriateness of the design of hotel resort facilities in the context of a specific hotel resort operation An individual element of written coursework that explores the appropriateness of the design of hotel resort facilities in the context of a specific hotel resort operation. The hotel resort operation should be identified and agreed with your tutor, at the latest, in session 6. Using the same development as an exemplar, an outline of possible environmental issues will be expected along with an assessment of how improvements to the design of the development could reduce environmental concerns. Evidence of wide reading will be expected. Formative assessment will take place through individual tutorials at which each student will outline the approach they are intending to take to the assignment. Feedback, in relation to the formative assessment, will be verbal and students will be expected to make notes in relation to this feedback. Your assignment should be no longer than 2500 words and should be well presented and fully referenced.[unique_solution]   Indicative marking criteria – these include but are not confined to the following: ·…

How to Recycle: The Ultimate Guide All of us are concerned about environmental issues today, such as pollution and depletion of natural resources, and so we want to contribute significantly to the environment. We are all concerned about matters, such as the increasing rubbish collection in Plymouth. To make the environment greener and pollution-free, we need to make changes to the process of waste removal in Plymouth and also know more about issues, such as recycling of plastic, paper, etc. and converting food waste to compost. The Plymouth waste disposal process can be made better by reducing the amount of waste generated and increasing the amount of recycling. Recycling will help to reduce the negative effect of waste on the environment and health. It will enhance health by lessening the pollution of the water, soil, and air by removing waste from the environment. To contribute to the environment positively, you should know all about recycling, such as how and what to recycle. Here are some tips that will serve as a guide for recycling: First, you have to know that…