Sustainability

Springfield Precision Instruments is committed to helping preserve the environment through a reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, using environmentally sustainable materials, when possible, reducing packaging and reclaiming manufacturing waste materials.

We have taken the first step by purchasing Green-E certified Renewable Energy Certificates (REC’s) to offset 100% of our electricity use with green energy from wind farms, biogas and run of river hydroelectric plants. Our purchase of RECs supports the development of green energy and can prevent over 1,250,000 pounds of CO2 emissions from being produced by conventional power plants using nonrenewable fossil fuels. This improvement is equivalent to:

123 passenger cars NOT driven for 1 year
73 households’ electricity use for 1 year
473 acres of pine or fir forests storing CO2 for 1 year
203 tons of waste recycled instead of landfilled

What is Global Warming?

Global Warming is caused when gases, mostly carbon dioxide, from cars and fossil fuel power plants are produced and released into the environment. This pollution rises up to the surface of our atmosphere and traps heat. The higher the level of gases produced the more heat is being trapped.

What are signs of Global Warming?

Signs of Global Warming are increases in the frequency or intensity of many kinds of extreme weather:

Hurricanes
Wildfires
Droughts
Downpours, Blizzards & Floods
Heat Waves
Ocean warming & rise in sea level
Glacial melting & Artic warming

Are there long term effects?

Long term effects include:

Health issues
Changes in weather patterns
Economic

What can I do to reduce/prevent global warming?

You can effortlessly make an impact on Global Warming by

Replacing lights bulbs to compact fluorescents or LEDs
Adjust your thermostat
Upgrade appliances to Energy Star rated products
Keep your car tuned up and tires properly inflated
Recycle
Choose products made with eco-friendly materials

How can I calculate my Carbon Footprint?

To calculate your impact –Visit http://www.carbonfootprint.com/

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Springfield Precision Instruments’ Environmental Policy

At Springfield Precision Instruments Inc. (SPI) we believe a sound environmental policy contributes to our competitive strength and benefits our customers, stakeholders and employees by contributing to the overall well-being and economic health of the communities where we operate. SPI remains committed to achieving environmental excellence and working with our suppliers and retail partners to meet (and exceed) the following environmental standards;

Comply With the Law

Comply with applicable environmental laws, conduct business with integrity and dedicated observance of environmental laws and regulations, and voluntarily meet the commitments of environmental programs in which we participate.

Product Design

Design our products to provide safe operation throughout the entire product life cycle, reduce energy consumption, avoid environmentally sensitive materials, maximize the product life span, use parts which can be recycled and promote the recycling and disposition of our products and packaging at the end of their useful life.

Alternative Energy

Minimize greenhouse gases emitted during the production of all products, offset all brown energy usage with the purchase of Green-E certified Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) from Wind Farms, Run of River Hydroelectric projects and Biogas reclamation sites.

Waste Prevention

A high priority is given to recycling, pollution prevention and waste minimization. Our goal is zero waste and 100% resource efficiency.

Stakeholders

Promote environmental initiatives throughout our organization by managers and employees as well as suppliers and strategic partners.
Periodically communicate the company progress
Continually engage stakeholders to improve products and processes.

Ongoing Improvements

Continually monitor and evaluate our environmental policy and strive to improve our environmental policy.
Promote a culture of environmental responsibility among management, employees and suppliers.