Sustainability and Nature-Inspired Innovation

Sustainability and Nature-Inspired Innovation

Assessment

Interactive Video

Created by

Sophia Harris

Science, Business, Design

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Erin Meezan discusses the importance of using nature as a benchmark for sustainability, highlighting Interface's journey towards creating carbon-negative products. By drawing inspiration from nature, such as gecko's feet, Interface innovated to eliminate adhesives and reduce waste. The company also implemented nature-inspired factory designs, like rainwater collection and carbon storage. Meezan emphasizes the importance of collaboration among companies to accelerate sustainable practices and envisions a future where sustainable products contribute to sustainable cities, addressing global warming collectively.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is considered the best benchmark for companies and countries in addressing climate change?

Technological advancements

Government policies

Economic growth

Nature

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What sector does Interface operate in, which contributes significantly to global carbon emissions?

Building and construction

Energy

Agriculture

Automotive

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What inspired Interface to innovate and move away from using adhesives in their products?

The structure of a spider's web

The feet of a gecko

The wings of a butterfly

The shell of a turtle

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of materials has Interface swapped out for more sustainable options?

Metal and glass

Wood and stone

Plastic and rubber

Recycled and bio-based materials

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What natural process does Interface mimic in some of their factory locations to improve sustainability?

Photosynthesis

Rainwater harvesting

Wind energy generation

Soil regeneration

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one method mentioned for storing carbon on-site at Interface's facilities?

Planting vegetation

Building underground storage

Using carbon capture technology

Installing solar panels

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been the impact of Interface's innovations over 20 years?

Increased production costs

Higher carbon emissions

Decreased product quality

A net benefit to the environment

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the ultimate goal for Interface and other companies in terms of sustainability?

To eliminate all waste

To reduce costs by 50%

To develop a carbon-negative carpet tile

To create a carbon-neutral product

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the broader vision beyond creating sustainable products?

A sustainable planet

A sustainable continent

A sustainable city

A sustainable economy

10.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is essential for addressing global warming effectively?

Collective action

Technological innovation

Individual efforts

Government intervention

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