a$.$ What are sustainability efforts and why do leaders authorize expenditures in this area?

b$.$ What is the role of the CMA in sustainability?

c$.$ What cost management concepts relate to the balanced scorecard?

d$.$ Identify $2($two$)$ publicly traded companies in the U$.$S$.$ that have ongoing sustainability programs. Discuss the potential impact of the companies' activities.

e$.$ Explain how the balanced scorecard intersects with economic, environmental, and social indicators.