Question 1

The World Commission on the Environment and Development defined sustainable development as:

Accepted Answer

C

Question 2

Which of the following does not influence global climate change?

Accepted Answer

All of the listed factors can influence global climate change. The Earth's orbit, changes in the orientation of the Earth's rotational axis, and the axial tilt of the Earth can all affect the distribution and intensity of sunlight received by the Earth, thereby influencing climate patterns over long periods.

Question 3

Product certification involves a three step process:

Accepted Answer

Product certification typically involves testing the product to ensure it meets certain standards, validating the test results to confirm the product's compliance with those standards, and auditing the manufacturing or production process to ensure ongoing compliance.

Question 4

The triple bottom line includes:

Accepted Answer

The triple bottom line concept expands the traditional reporting framework to take into account environmental and social performance in addition to financial performance. It is often summarized as "people, profit, planet," which reflects an organization's commitment to measuring its social and environmental impact alongside its economic performance.

Question 5

Which of the following does not certify hotels or products?

Accepted Answer

ISO (International Organization for Standardization) does not specifically certify hotels or products. It develops and publishes international standards, including those related to environmental management, but certification is typically performed by external certification bodies, not ISO itself. EcoLogo, Green Seal, and SCS Global Services offer certifications for products and services, including those related to sustainability and environmental friendliness.

Question 6

Which of the following is a government program?

Accepted Answer

Energy Star is a program run by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy designed to help businesses and individuals save money and protect the climate through superior energy efficiency.

Question 7

Which of the following is a certification program for an entire building?

Accepted Answer

LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is a globally recognized certification program that focuses on the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of green buildings, homes, and neighborhoods, aiming to help building owners and operators be environmentally responsible and use resources efficiently.

Question 8

Misleading consumers regarding environmental practices is called:

Accepted Answer

Greenwashing is the practice of making an unsubstantiated or misleading claim about the environmental benefits of a product, service, technology, or company practice, which can make a company appear to be more environmentally friendly than it really is.

Question 9

Which of the following is a readily achievable priority?

Accepted Answer

Readily achievable priorities under the ADA typically focus on public accommodations, such as making public restrooms accessible, which is often more feasible and immediate compared to other options.

Question 10

Carbon footprint is the:

Accepted Answer

The carbon footprint refers to the total amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) and other carbon compounds emitted due to the consumption of fossil fuels by a particular individual, group, etc. It encompasses various activities including driving, flying, and energy usage in homes and businesses.

Question 11

There is but one type of disabled guest room.

Accepted Answer

There are multiple types of disabled guest rooms designed to accommodate various needs, including mobility, hearing, and visual impairments, each with specific features to aid guests with different disabilities.

Question 12

The Evac+Chair is an ADA requirement.

Accepted Answer

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) does not specifically require the use of Evac+Chairs. The ADA focuses on providing equal access and emergency egress for individuals with disabilities, but it does not mandate the use of specific devices like Evac+Chairs.

Question 13

The Kyoto Protocol was ratified by the U.S. government.

Accepted Answer

The U.S. signed the Kyoto Protocol in 1998 but never ratified it; the Senate expressed strong opposition, and the agreement was never submitted for ratification.

Question 14

Sustainability is a zero-sum game.

Accepted Answer

Sustainability aims for a balance where environmental, social, and economic needs are met without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs, suggesting a positive-sum approach rather than a zero-sum game.

Question 15

Design for the Environment is a U.S. Green Building Council program.

Accepted Answer

Design for the Environment is a program by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), not the U.S. Green Building Council.

Quiz 3: Issues and Trends