14 DAY TRIAL // Three of the world's leading PC vendors, HP, Dell and Lenovo, have received a penalty point from the International Greenpeace organization, for not being able to keep the promises they made back in 2008, regarding the use of toxic chemicals in their product lineups. Meanwhile, Acer and Apple have managed to get a better rating from the organization for their efforts in trying to minimize and eliminate the use of vinyl plastic (PVC) and flame retardants (BFRs).
According to a recent announcement made by the Greenpeace organization, HP, Lenovo and Dell have informed it that they won't be able to eliminate the vinyl plastic (PVC) and brominated flame retardants (BFRs) from their products by the end of 2009. This was the promise these leading companies made at the end of last year. Apparently, from the three, HP has the most difficulties in keeping it, as it is yet to roll out products that make reduced use of PVC and BFRs.
However, Dell and Lenovo both have products that have a reduced use of PVC and BFRs and even some models that are free of these substances. This proves the level of dedication of these companies in trying to keep their promises.
Greenpeace also announced that HP and Dell were yet to unveil the new timeline for the complete elimination of these substances from all of their products. Meanwhile, Lenovo has set its deadline for the end of next year.
Greenpeace has awarded the Guide to Greener Electronics star to Philips, one of the world's leading consumer electronics companies, which has managed to improve its position by recycling its products when they become e-waste. In addition to Philips, Acer and Apple have also distinguished themselves for their efforts in trying to eliminate toxic materials from their products.