9.17 Environment, Health and Safety
The IEEE is committed to integrating environmental
objectives and considerations into all electrical
and electronics engineering activities,
worldwide. The IEEE supports technology
policies and programs around the world that will
help to achieve environmentally sustainable
economies.
The IEEE's commitment is demonstrated through the
following activities:
- Promote the development and dissemination of
environmentally responsible technologies.
- Educate members and others on design and
manufacturing principles that promote
environmentally enhanced products and processes.
- Establish and participate in
multi-disciplinary partnerships to broaden the
reach of our policy and efforts in this area.
- Promote the awareness of and responsible
actions towards the environment, health and
safety among members and staff in all of the
IEEE's endeavors by committing:
- To provide a safe and healthful workplace.
- To conserve natural resources and
reduce the generation of waste.
- To strive to recycle or reuse
materials and to purchase recycled materials.
- To use energy in a responsible
manner, by practicing conservation
and by using energy efficient
equipment.
