Greenwashing

 

Part One: Selection and Research
Select one of the following companies:
Acer
Amazon
Apple
Dell
Fairphone
LG
Microsoft
Samsung
Sony
Determine whether your selected company is a good steward of the environment or a “greenwasher” by using the data provided from the Greenpeace website.
Choose to either create a typography infographic or create an infographic with graphs, icons, and/or images to illustrate your findings.
Part Two: Infographic
Create an infographic that:
Illustrates your findings creatively.
Explains one of the four categories or a combination of the four categories:
Chemical elimination
Energy use
Resource consumption
Transparency of efforts
Provide creativity and originality in your stated ideas.

Sample Solution

Infographic: Acer’s Environmental Performance

Chemical Elimination

  • Acer has eliminated PVC and BFRs from its products.
  • Acer is working to eliminate other hazardous chemicals from its products.

Energy Use

  • Acer has set a goal of reducing its greenhouse gas emissions by 60% by 2020.
  • Acer is increasing its use of renewable energy.

Resource Consumption

  • Acer is increasing its use of recycled materials in its products.
  • Acer is working to reduce its packaging waste.

Transparency of Efforts

  • Acer publishes an annual sustainability report.
  • Acer is a member of the Climate Action 100+ initiative.

Overall Assessment

  • Acer is a good steward of the environment.
  • Acer is making progress on its environmental goals.
  • Acer is transparent about its environmental efforts.

Additional Notes

  • Acer is a member of the Greenpeace Guide to Greener Electronics.
  • Acer has received an A+ grade from Greenpeace on its Guide to Greener Electronics.

Conclusion

Acer is a good steward of the environment and is making progress on its environmental goals. Acer is transparent about its environmental efforts and is a member of the Greenpeace Guide to Greener Electronics.

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