5.3 Environmental Quality

• Water pollution in Japan can contaminate drinking water sources and harm aquatic ecosystems
• Air pollution in Japan is caused by vehicle emissions, industrial activities, and dust from construction
• Match the government policy with its description:

  Air Pollution Control Act ↔️ Regulates emissions to reduce air pollution

  Water Pollution Control Act ↔️ Establishes standards for wastewater treatment

  Soil Contamination Countermeasures Act ↔️ Requires remediation of contaminated soil
• The Soil Contamination Countermeasures Act helps identify and clean up polluted sites in Japan.


  True
• Environmental quality refers to the overall condition of the environment and its impact on human health and well-being
• Soil quality is affected by erosion, chemical pollution, and nutrient depletion
• Water pollution in Japan results from industrial waste, agricultural runoff, and improper waste management
• The Air Pollution Control Act in Japan has lowered levels of pollutants like nitrogen oxides and particulate matter
• What is the primary goal of the Air Pollution Control Act in Japan?

  Reduce air pollution
• The Soil Contamination Countermeasures Act requires assessment and remediation of contaminated soil in Japan.


  True
• Adopting eco-friendly practices in operations, such as reducing energy consumption, is an example of sustainable operations.
• Steps corporations take to improve environmental quality through CSR:

  1️⃣ Adopt sustainable operations

  2️⃣ Develop green products

  3️⃣ Make environmental investments

  4️⃣ Engage stakeholders
• Air quality is affected by factors like greenhouse gas emissions and ozone levels
• Water quality is influenced by chemical contamination and bacterial levels.


  True
• Match the environmental factor with its description:

  Air Quality ↔️ Cleanliness and purity of air

  Water Quality ↔️ Condition of water sources
• Air pollution in Japan is particularly severe in urban areas
• Ongoing efforts are needed to address Japan's environmental challenges through sustainable practices and policies.


  True
• Japan's environmental challenges require ongoing efforts to improve the quality of life for its citizens.


  True
• The Water Pollution Control Act aims to improve water quality in rivers, lakes, and coastal areas
• The Water Pollution Control Act in Japan establishes standards for wastewater treatment and discharge
• Match the environmental policy with its description:

  Air Pollution Control Act ↔️ Regulates emissions from factories and vehicles

  Water Pollution Control Act ↔️ Establishes standards for wastewater treatment

  Soil Contamination Countermeasures Act ↔️ Requires assessment and remediation of contaminated soil
• What is the goal of green product development in environmental protection?

  Lower environmental impact
• What does environmental quality measure?

  Condition of the environment
• Which factor affects air quality by reducing its cleanliness and purity?

  Pollution
• What is a significant effect of water pollution on aquatic ecosystems?

  Harm to aquatic life
• What is the primary goal of the Air Pollution Control Act in Japan?

  Reduce air pollution
• Arrange the following environmental policies in Japan based on their primary focus:

  1️⃣ Air Pollution Control Act

  2️⃣ Water Pollution Control Act

  3️⃣ Soil Contamination Countermeasures Act
• Sustainable operations involve adopting eco-friendly practices in a company's operations to reduce energy consumption and waste.

  True
• What are some challenges faced by corporations in balancing environmental and financial priorities?

  Greenwashing concerns
• What are three key factors necessary for Japan to achieve long-term environmental sustainability?

  Robust government regulations
• What is a major cause of air pollution in Japan?

  Vehicle emissions
• Match the environmental policy with its impact:

  Air Pollution Control Act ↔️ Reduced air pollutants in urban areas

  Water Pollution Control Act ↔️ Improved water quality in rivers and lakes

  Soil Contamination Countermeasures Act ↔️ Cleaned up polluted sites
• The Soil Contamination Countermeasures Act requires the remediation of contaminated soil to prevent further degradation.


  True
• CSR refers to a company's voluntary efforts to address environmental and social issues beyond legal requirements
• Match the corporate environmental initiative with its description:

  Sustainable Operations ↔️ Eco-friendly practices in operations

  Green Product Development ↔️ Lower environmental impact products

  Environmental Investments ↔️ Funding research and technology

  Stakeholder Engagement ↔️ Collaborating with communities
• Waste generation from tourism activities includes litter, sewage, and plastic pollution.


  True
• What does Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) refer to in the context of environmental protection?

  Voluntary environmental efforts
• Environmental investments by corporations include funding research and infrastructure to address environmental challenges.


  True
• The condition of water sources is a key factor in determining water quality
• Soil degradation can reduce agricultural productivity due to overuse of chemical fertilizers.


  True