Sustainable Procurement Practices Quiz
Explore sustainable procurement principles, international standards, and strategies for integrating sustainability in the supply chain.
#1
What does the term 'sustainable procurement' refer to?
Purchasing items at the cheapest cost
Purchasing items with minimal environmental impact
Purchasing items without considering ethical standards
Purchasing items from any available supplier
#2
In sustainable procurement, what does the term 'circular economy' refer to?
A system where goods are designed for disposal
A system that minimizes waste and encourages recycling
A system that prioritizes linear supply chains
A system focused solely on cost-effectiveness
#3
What is the concept of 'greenwashing' in the context of sustainable procurement?
Promoting genuine environmentally friendly practices
Falsely claiming to be environmentally friendly without implementing sustainable practices
A sustainable farming technique
Using green-colored products
#4
What is the concept of 'socially responsible sourcing' in sustainable procurement?
Sourcing products solely based on cost
Sourcing products without considering social factors
Sourcing products while considering social and ethical aspects
Sourcing products without any criteria
#5
How does the concept of 'green supply chain' relate to sustainable procurement?
It focuses on maximizing costs
It emphasizes minimizing environmental impact throughout the supply chain
It disregards supplier practices
It promotes unethical sourcing
#6
Which of the following is a key benefit of sustainable procurement?
Higher initial cost
Decreased environmental impact
Limited supplier diversity
Short-term cost savings
#7
What does the 'triple bottom line' concept in sustainable procurement emphasize?
Only financial profits matter
Balancing economic, social, and environmental considerations
Focusing solely on social responsibility
Prioritizing environmental sustainability over everything else
#8
Which phase of the procurement lifecycle is crucial for integrating sustainability?
Specification
Tendering
Contracting
Monitoring and evaluation
#9
What is the role of a life cycle assessment (LCA) in sustainable procurement?
To assess only the environmental impact of a product
To evaluate the entire life cycle impact, including environmental, social, and economic factors
To focus exclusively on economic aspects
To calculate only the short-term costs
#10
Why is traceability important in sustainable procurement?
To hide the origin of products
To track the environmental impact of products
To complicate supply chain management
To increase costs
#11
Which international standard provides guidance on sustainable procurement practices?
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
ISO 26000
ISO 45001
#12
What is the aim of incorporating social considerations in sustainable procurement?
To maximize profit margins
To promote social inequality
To ensure fair labor practices and human rights
To ignore social aspects entirely
#13
Which of the following is an example of an ecolabel often considered in sustainable procurement?
Fair Trade Certified
ISO 9001
CE Marking
RoHS Certification
#14
How can a company promote sustainable procurement practices among its suppliers?
Setting clear sustainability criteria in procurement policies
Ignoring supplier practices
Focusing solely on cost reduction
Avoiding any engagement with suppliers on sustainability
#15
What is the primary focus of the Supplier Code of Conduct in sustainable procurement?
Maximizing profits
Ensuring fair labor practices and ethical conduct
Avoiding any engagement with suppliers
Reducing product quality
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