The object you will research will be synthetic fragrances like colognes
How could the manufacturer of your object improve on the specific environmental impacts related to the material that you learned about? [3 points]
What are they actually doing, if anything, to address these specific impacts or engaging in programs or policies to help them alleviate impacts and make “greener” products? (Note that you will need to look at the manufacturer’s website or call them, or if you can’t determine the manufacturer then look at other manufacturers in the same industry or industry groups.) Why do you think they are or are not taking these actions? [3 points]
Provide an in-text citation and appropriate reference at the end (doesn’t need to be on a separate page). [2 point]
Now consider how you could change your use of your object in a way to improve your environmental footprint:
How would your environmental footprint change if you use it less? Use it more? Use it differently? Get a new/different one? Somehow avoid your need for it altogether? [3 points]
What hardships or opportunities might you face if you make each of these changes? [3 points]
Reflect on the following:
Do you feel like your answers to Question 1 (i.e. pressuring industries or government regulations) or Question 2 (i.e. changing your personal habits) has a greater potential to improve your environmental footprint? [3 points]
In what ways do you view your object differently after these three assignments? [3 points]
