Case Study

Green Electronics: Coming To A Wal-Mart Near You

Wal-Mart's Focus On Sustainable Electronics Will Encourage Green Technology

June 18th, 2007
Christopher Mines, null
Christopher Mines
With contributors:
Eric G. Brown , Peter Hult , Emily Van Metre

Summary

Retailers, like companies in most industries, are adopting more environmentally responsible business practices. Wal-Mart, the world's largest retailer, recently announced plans to evaluate consumer electronics suppliers in part based on the environmental sustainability of their products. The retail giant's mandate for greener consumer electronics will increase the pressure on technology manufacturers to adopt green practices across the product life cycle.

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