What Do The Tech Giants Do For The Environment?
July 7, 2008 by Admin
Everyone need to do their bit to save the planet. Rising levels of CO2 in the atmosphere is leading to excessive global-warming, which will adversely affect humans as well as the planet….
Here’s what some socially responsible IT companies are doing :
ACER:
Acer has an environment policy to phase-out chemicals and other substances used in IT products that are harmful to the environment and to human health.
Acer says its products are RoHS complaint, in keeping with its worldwide policy. Power savings are built into its products too. Acer claims its L310 small form factor PC can reduce power consumption by 65 percent. In addition, Acer products come bundled with the Acer ePowerManagement tool that lets you select from pre-configured power usage profiles, or to create your own customized profiles.
Intel says its processes and materials comply with the RoHS directive. It considers its products to be within the scope of the WEEE Directive. Last year, Intel announced the elimination of the last amount of lead (less than .02 grams/package) from its 45nm CPU and 65nm chipset products; these are now completely lead-free. Intel has announced that its 45nm CPU and 65nm chipset product platforms will convert to halogen free packaging in 2008. Apart from this, Intel works with industry groups. For instance, Intel worked closely with the US EPA to develop the Energy Star standard and also developed the IAPC power management.
MICROSOFT:
Microsoft says it supports the recycling, recovery and handling of waste associated with electronics. This includes compliance with the WEEE and RoHS Directives issued by the European Union (EU). Microsoft works cooperatively with treatment facilities with governmental agencies to provide information that enables the successful treatment of Microsoft WEEE products. Additionally, Microsoft provides information to reuse centers, treatment and recycling facilities regarding new Microsoft electrical and electronic equipment as required by the WEEE Directive.
PHILIPS:
Philips has a ‘Sustainability’ program that aims to improve lives through technology and products, without compromising the ability of future generations to meet its own needs. This means causing less harm to the environment by cutting down on hazardous materials in its products, and creating energy-saving alternatives. All environmental friendly products from Philips bear the Green Tick logo on their packaging.
Philips has also created an atmosphere of sustainability within the company, and it makes its partners and suppliers aware about it.
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