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**Innovating for a Greener Tomorrow: Our Latest Sustainability Drive**

**Veridian Dynamics Newsletter - Q3 2023 Edition**

Veridian Dynamics is proud to announce a significant advancement in our ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship. This quarter, we've focused intensely on reducing our operational footprint and championing renewable energy sources across all departments. Our "Green Shift" initiative, launched earlier this year, has already yielded impressive results. We've successfully transitioned 70% of our office lighting to energy-efficient LEDs, contributing to a notable decrease in electricity consumption. Furthermore, our data center has begun utilizing a co-generation system, significantly lowering greenhouse gas emissions.

"Our dedication to sustainability is not merely a corporate policy; it's ingrained in our operational ethos," stated CEO Alistair Finch. "We believe that responsible business practices are paramount to long-term success and a healthier planet. This includes ensuring our infrastructure supports these goals."

One area that has seen tangible improvements is our office equipment management. Recognizing the environmental impact of aging machinery, we've implemented a proactive replacement cycle for key assets. This has not only boosted efficiency but also reduced energy waste. For instance, the recent upgrade of several high-volume printers has streamlined document production and minimized downtime. While these upgrades generally run smoothly, the IT department reminds staff that any issues, such as a persistent **printer repair request** or network connectivity problems, should be logged immediately via the new internal portal. Prompt reporting ensures swift resolution and maintains operational continuity.

Looking ahead, Veridian Dynamics plans to expand its solar energy adoption and further investigate waste reduction strategies in our supply chain. We encourage all employees to participate in upcoming departmental "eco-challenge" events designed to foster a shared sense of responsibility. Your contributions, no matter how small, collectively make a substantial difference.

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問題

Which of the following is Veridian Dynamics planning for the future?

選択肢

  1. A. Discontinuing the use of solar energy.
  2. B. Increasing investment in traditional printing technology.
  3. C. Exploring ways to reduce waste in its supply chain. ✓
  4. D. Reducing the use of energy-efficient lighting.

正解

C. Exploring ways to reduce waste in its supply chain.

解説

📖 本文の和訳 — Veridian Dynamics は、環境保護への継続的な取り組みにおける重要な進歩を発表できることを誇りに思っています。今四半期、私たちは事業活動のフットプリントを削減し、全社で再生可能エネルギー源を推進することに重点を置いてきました。今年初めに開始された当社の「Green Shift」イニシアチブは、すでに目覚ましい成果を上げています。私たちはオフィス照明の70%をエネルギー効率の高いLEDに移行することに成功し、顕著な削減に貢献しました。
[JA] 📝 정답 이유 — Newsletter のタイトル「Veridian Dynamics Newsletter - Q3 2023 Edition」とサブタイトル「Our Latest Sustainability Drive」は、同社が環境持続可能性に焦点を当てていることを示唆しています。本文中の「reducing our operational footprint and championing renewable energy sources」や「transitioned 70% of our office lighting to energy-efficient LEDs」は、同社がエネルギー消費を削減し、環境に配慮した慣行を追求していることを示しています。これは、持続可能性への取り組みの一環である選択肢3「Exploring ways to reduce waste in its supply chain.」（サプライチェーンにおける廃棄物削減方法の検討）と最もよく一致します。
[JA] 💡 실전팁 — Part 7においては、企業の事業方針や将来計画に関する質問が頻繁に出題されます。このような場合、記事、ニュースレター、告知などの「タイトル」「サブタイトル」「発行サイクル」を最初に確認し、企業の全体的な関心事を把握することが有効です。
[JA] 📊 오답분석 — X) Discontinuing the use of solar energy. — 本文は再生可能エネルギーを推進すると述べており、太陽光発電の使用中止については言及していません。X) Increasing investment in traditional printing technology. — 本文はエネルギー効率の良いLEDへの移行に言及しており、従来の技術への投資拡大とは逆の方向性です。X) Reducing the use of energy-efficient lighting. — 本文ではエネルギー効率の良いLEDへの移行率が70%であると明記されており、むしろ使用を増やしています。

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