ICAEW SE · Chapter 4 · Question 2 of 18
Which of the following is a common barrier to progress in corporate sustainability?
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Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: B) Short-termism, where management focuses on quarterly or annual results at the expense of long-term investment
Explanation
Short-termism discourages investment whose benefits arrive in the long term, which is typical of many sustainability initiatives. Other barriers include upfront costs, lack of reliable data and lack of skills. Customer demand, good data and grants are enablers rather than barriers.
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