Having for many years Apple get criticism from Greenpeace around the use of hazardous chemicals in its products, Apple earlier this year received an award as the most environmentally friendly electronics manufacturer."It is time to reduce the debate and expand the action in the abandonment of harmful chemicals,"
"Apple's lead over HP chase chase each other,"
However, the lack of similar measures of other companies to ensure that customers and the environment are still in danger.
Mac and iPhone manufacturer based in Cupertino, California, USA was awarded in four categories namely Greenpeace provided electronic desktops, notebooks, mobile phones and monitors. In each category, Greenpeace says Apple's products are free of hazardous materials commonly available in modern electronic devices.
"Companies should start leaving materials like PVC and BFRs in their electronic devices," said Harrell. "Sony Ericsson and Apple has done it. Other big players like HP and Dell, which has not commented, and also Acer, need to ensure that they are also leaving these materials, "
August 2006 Greenpeace issued a report that Apple only got a 2.7 on a scale of 10 as a company that is not environmentally friendly. Apple products from various criteria contain harmful chemicals.
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