Risk evaluation of the threat a specific industrial or dumping site. Documented in terms of actual or potential threat to environment, health and welfare of people. Categorized by the hazardous substances being

Available inventory remaining for sale at end of the account period.

Reference statements printed at the end of a page, document, article, chapter or book. They explain or provide additional information on some point raised in a text. At the end of the

Synthetic chemicals or natural substances that cause developmental or reproductive disorders by altering the endocrine system. Glands, hormones, and cellular receptors controlling the body’s internal functions comprise the endocrine system.

Arising with the infamous Enron accounting farce, this term categorizes illegal, undesirable accounting methods (refer to cookie jar accounting), and stating a favorable stock price for the company will occur due to

In biology, this is a substance produced by a cell, tissue, or organism. In industry, this is something caused or produced by factors within a model, organism, organization, or system. Contrast with

The concept that economic growth depends on government-negotiated, but non-international trade policies, industry access to capital and human resources, and effectiveness of internal processes. Popularized in the 1980s, this theory allegedly explains

LIQUIDITY and LIQUIDITY RISK that are specific to a firm and the actions it takes in managing its ASSETS, LIABILITIES, and OFF BALANCE SHEET ACTIVITIES. See also ASSET LIQUIDITY RISK, ASSETFUNDING LIQUIDITY

If the company would announce the uncertainty, it would end the doubt enveloping a company’s financial situation.

A variable whose values vary based on a functional relationship in a model. An example is consumption expenditure and income are variables functionally related (endogenous) to a model of income determination. Basically,

Person or firm that receives by transfer a negotiable instrument when the instrument is signed. The instrument can be a bill of exchange, bill of lading, delivery order, or other document of

1a. In insurance, this is an added, special provision to an insurance policy that improves or constrains its coverage. 1b. In other types of contracts, this one or more addenda not part

Giving, bestowing, or providing something to someone. Usually a financial term. Example: giving money to a college is endowing, giving money to a bride and groom, typically the bride.

Known also as endowment insurance with profits.

Essentially a mission statement. An organization’s public declaration of purpose. Typically, built on its guiding principles, core values and strategic goals.

Established in 1795 this government body makes recommendations on national energy policy and domestic and foreign commerce. Consumer protection, public health costs, and energy resources regulation are parts of the policy recommendations

Saving energy by reducing use. Methods for economizing, eliminating waste, and promoting rational use spark lower use of energy in a process or system, or by an organization or society.

Calculated amount of energy used. Any process or system, or organization or society can by evaluated and measured.

Expense for generating, distributing, and using energy. Include monetary and non-monetary expenses. Example is environmental impact.

Anything grown for their fuel value. Corn and sugarcane are food crops grown for energy. Poplar trees and switch grass are non-food crops grown for energy.