Sustainability
Springfield 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.
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/
Important Websites
- http://energystar.gov
- http://epa.gov/greenpower
- http://www.carbonfund.org/site/
- http://www.fightglobalwarming.com
Springfield’s Environmental Policy
At Springfield 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. We remain 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.
Waste Prevention
A high priority is given to recycling, pollution prevention and waste minimization.
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.