What is an approach to serving human needs by using resources productively and sustainably?
Correct Answer: A
Lifecycle materials management (LMM) is the most comprehensive approach to sustainability.
According to IFMA'sSustainability competency,LMM focuses on optimizing the use of materials from extraction to disposal.
* Option A (LMM) is correctbecause itminimizes environmental impact by ensuring resources are efficiently used and recycled.
* Option B (Waste management)only deals withend-of-life disposal, not the full lifecycle.
* Option C (Environmental protocol)refers tostandards and guidelinesbut lacks anactive management component.
* Option D (Recycling)is part of LMM butnot a complete solution.
LMM integratessustainable procurement, reuse, recycling, and responsible disposal.