Government, Public Policy, and Sustainable Business

Read this chapter to find out more about the interplay between individuals, organizations, and governments in shaping public policy.

How are policies influenced? What factors affect the policy-making process? How does public policy affect innovation and sustainability practices?

3.4 Public Policy Features and Examples

Exercises

  1. Why is it beneficial for government to encourage business innovation to address environmental concerns? What are the different ways government policies can encourage innovation?
  2. What are some of the benefits and problems of using market-based systems, such as cap and trade, to reduce pollutants?