8 Steps to Cut Back Carbon
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Shrinking your footprint starts early in the design process.
EMBRACE CERTIFIED RECYCLED.
New goods made from waste vs. virgin materials reduces CO2 by upwards of 9.2 lb per product.
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THINK SMALLER. USE LESS MATERIALS.
Reducing product size means fewer resources needed. Lighter shipping weight. Lower emissions.
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STRIVE FOR ENERGY EFFICIENCY.
Adopting new technologies such as smart circuitry and GaN transistors uses electricity more responsibly.
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BUILD TO LAST.
Products made with extended lifespans lead to less overall consumption. Carbon reduction goes beyond what’s in the box.
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NIX PLASTIC PACKAGING.
Plastic is among the most energy intensive materials to produce. Packaging is a good place to start eliminating it.
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CLOSE THE LOOP ON E-WASTE.
Electronics recycling separates and reuses precious metals, lowering demand for mining and natural resource extraction.
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SHIP CARBON NEUTRAL.
Moving products creates an unavoidable footprint. Choosing “ocean” over “air” transport & seeking CO2 neutral shipping partners makes a difference.
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INVEST IN CO2 REDUCTION PROJECTS.
Doing business in a better way is only half the battle. Carbon neutrality can’t be achieved without people-powered efforts to counteract atmospheric pollution.
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