The chief executive officer of an oil and gas company must decide whether he desires to invest heavily in reducing greenhouse gases. Particularly, Suncor Energy must evaluate whether it should invest $425 million in carbon capture and storage or wait until there's greater certainty in the societal, political and business environment.
The case will assist pupils develop abilities of examining business choices under higher environmental uncertainty, especially when the outcome is a long term goal. Farther, the issues presented in the case open discussions about climate change and the interaction between company activities and societal expectations up. There is also a chance to speak about the interaction between public and business policy.
PUBLICATION DATE: September 22, 2008 PRODUCT #: 908M73-HCB-ENG
This is just an excerpt. This case is about LEADERSHIP & MANAGING PEOPLE
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