Archive for October, 2011
Ipods Computers Iphones Loaded With Toxic Chemicals
Apple Computer, based in Cupertino, CA, manufactures and retails personal computers and software. In 2006, the company employed 16,820 people and generated revenues of .3 billion.
Apple has consistently lagged behind competitors in environmental programs such as recycling computers; phasing out toxic chemicals like PVC from its computers; ensuring transparency and a willingness to talk to environmental groups.
In 2002, BusinessWeek named Apple Computer as having one of the worst board of directors. The magazine cited interlocking directorship–Steve Jobs sits on the board of directors for the Gap and the Gap CEO sits on Apple’s board–and the fact that the CEO of Micro Warehouse, which accounted for nearly 2.9 percent of Apple’s net sales in 2001, sits on the company’s compensation committee. The magazine used criteria such as board independence and stock ownership for the listing.
Blue Print for Greener Flooring Now On Video
Flowcrete has developed a new video showcasing how its pioneering flooring technology is working to achieve a more sustainable future.
Available to view at www.youtube.com/user/flowcretetv this latest video explains the company’s wide-ranging environmental activities.
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