There is a growing awareness around the world about the issue of climate change and the resultant threats to the environment. Both individuals and businesses are seeking to reduce their carbon footprint in order to counter the threats posed. You are an e-commerce consultant and have been approached by an old school friend who has an idea to set up an e-commerce website that specializes in selling environmentally friendly products. These will include recycled and organic products, together with those that reduce the impact of electricity and gas usage on the environment. The types of environmentally friendly products that he plans to offer for sale are as follows: • Energy saving kettles and kitchen appliances • Solar powered products for the home • Solar powered toys and games for children • Energy saving light bulbs • Environmentally friendly cleaning and laundry products • Energy and power saving devices • Books on how to live a more sustainable and eco-friendly life. He is aware that you have a great deal of expertise in developing e-commerce solutions and has, therefore, suggested that you go into partnership with him in order to launch the Eco-Online e-commerce site. You are very interested in this business proposition and have, therefore, agreed to work with him on the venture. In order to set up this site you will require funding from your local bank. You have arranged an initial meeting with your bank manager to outline your plans for Eco-Online, with the intention of convincing him that it is a sound business idea, which is the first stage in securing the necessary funding.