Research should include examples of how operations have adopted or established programs in the areas of
- water conservation
- energy (i.e., utilities) conservation
- materials conservation (e.g., construction)
- chemical conservation (e.g., cleaning products)
- waste disposal and recycling
- sustainability
- green technologies (e.g., hydroculture)
- local sourcing.
Process/Skill Questions:
Thinking
- What is conservation?
- Why is recycling important?
Communication
- How do progressive conservation practices benefit a business in the eyes of a community?
- How do hotels get customers involved in conservation?
- What are the disposal methods for specific chemicals?
Leadership
- What are green technologies? How do they affect management's decisions?
- Why should hotels and restaurants take the lead in promoting conservation?
Management
- What are strategies for reducing waste?
- Who enforces conservation regulations within a business?