Social Science

Psychology

please write a three to five page (900- 1,500 words) response to the  following question:

In “Nine Challenges of Alternative Energy” (pp. 386-397), David Fridley argues that the growing cost of and demand for energy, along with the growing concerns of the global climate, leaves us facing, not just a need to explore alternative energy options, but also a myriad of ethical concerns. What are Fridley’s core reasons for concern, and what solutions does he offer his readers? Do you find his solutions singly or collectively persuasive? If so, please explain exactly why. If not, please explain exactly why not.

Please ensure that your essay addresses each component of the assigned question you select  and that your answer is well- organized,  uses excellent, college-level prose, and  makes judicious use of textual evidence. 

Here is a link to the video for the assignment http://extmedia.kaplan.edu/healthSci/HA530/HA530_1303B/Unit9/U9AssignmentIntro_HA530.htm

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Unit outcomes addressed in this Assignment:

Discuss what effect the Wagner and the Taft- Hartley Acts had on labor management relations

Describe the union organizing process

Identify the steps in the collective bargaining process

Course outcome assessed/addressed in this Assignment:

HA530-5:  Assess collaboration strategies involving employee and labor relations.

Instructions

View the video Understanding Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining below  . In this video, At the time of this interview on “CEO Exchange”, Don Carty was CEO of American Airlines. In this clip he expresses the frustration that many executives in a union environment face, labor costs. This video was prior to Carty’s being fired from his position at American Airlines for announcing executive retention bonuses within hours of convincing union members to wage and benefit concessions in order to save the airline from bankruptcy. Carty currently serves as CEO of Dell, Inc.

Requirements

Please be sure to include the answers to the following questions. The minimum words for the Assignment is 800 words. If Mr. Carty’s comments on labor costs being part of a cost structure that is higher than revenue are part of American Airlines positioning before contract negotiations, what other preparations is the company probably taking prior to the negotiation process?

Mr. Carty mentions involvement of the federal government in labor relations. What government agencies could he possibly be referring to?

What type of response to Mr. Carty’s comments would you expect from the unions that represent American Airlines employees?

Compare and contrast the healthy benefits of drinking alcohol with the negative effects. Are there any benefits?

Your initial forum must be at least 250 words. You need to state your thesis and support it with evidence and at least one outside, reputable reference. Your textbook is not a reference. Cite in APA format.