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Please follow these basic guidelines when constructing your research paper:

• Responses must be organized with clear headings (i.e. Social Responsibility, Environmental Responsibility, etc.)
• Each response is to demonstrate comprehensive research of the subject matter
• The responses must clearly relate to each question and are to include supporting details with examples
• Answers should objectively reflect upon analysis of the CSR and Sustainability efforts from the Company’s website and other supporting sources
• Provide thoughtful perspective and position, when requested

Your research paper is to include the following:

Open your research paper by sharing a brief history of the company (to include information on the founding of the organization, current ownership, corporate headquarters location, product categories produced, the company’s mission statement and/or vision statement, etc.). Share your thoughtful perspective on how the company’s mission/vision provides a framework that complements its CSR and Sustainability efforts.

Provide specific details on what your chosen company publicly reports on its website in the following areas (also to include any findings from outside research relating to the company’s CSR initiatives and programs). Here are some examples to consider within these key responsibility initiatives categories (but not limited to these topics):

Social Responsibility

• Human rights policies/issues
• Labor relations (respect for unions)
• Ethical practices (corporate culture, honesty, transparency, etc.)
• Auditing and compliance practices/partnerships
• Interrelations with government and community
• Key stakeholder relations/engagement
• Volunteerism commitments

Environment Responsibility

• Environmental affairs/performance
• Reuse and recycle
• Zero waste to landfill
• Reduce carbon footprint
• Pollution prevention
• Alternative energy
• Renewable energy
• Biofuel/hydropower

Economic Responsibility

• Economic and financial performance
• Philanthropic commitments (charitable giving)
• Socially and environmentally conscious investments

Recognition and Partnerships

• CSR/Environmental certificates and awards
• Social and Environmental partnerships

The Future

• Goals identified for future social and environmental initiatives/performance
• Share your thoughtful perspective on the company’s future CSR and Sustainability efforts

Formatting requirements:

• The main body of the Company Research Paper must include a minimum of 4 full double-spaced pages, but no more than 6 full pages long.
• Written in a professional manner (e.g., free from grammatical errors and typos, no slang, etc.) Grammarly is recommended.
• Adherence to typical APA guidelines (e.g., double spaced throughout, Times New Roman 12-point font throughout, 1-inch margins, appropriate use of headings, etc.).
• Your research paper should include three major sections: Title Page, Main Body, and References (must cite a minimum of the Company’s website, along with at least three other credible sources – Note that Wikipedia is not considered a credible source).
• Cite all sources used in your research, preferably on a Citation page at the end of your paper.
• Please create new headings when moving from one topic area to the next.