Is it possible to be market-competitive and still be environmentally responsible?
Absolutely. At Xerox, operational efficiency is our core business. And we extend this competitive advantage to environmental impacts surrounding technology, fuel and paper waste, and the work-life dynamics of our employees.
The fact is, Xerox was green before green was cool. And we still are. Consider:
- We developed the first environmentally conscious “At Home” telecommuting solution – the same one used today, in evolved form, by many of our strongest programs.
- Our intelligent workflow technology slashes paper use, facility costs and carbon emissions. We work with clients online via a secure document management system that solves problems faster.
- We promote a paper-free environment and an electronic workplace. We’ve established aggressive recycling programs for consumables, as well as for technology: Salvageable parts are reused, and the rest are recycled under our zero-landfill policy.
- Our ingenious PC power management system dramatically reduces energy consumption and eliminates over 700 pounds of carbon dioxide each year per PC.
Xerox is proud to have achieved internationally-recognized LEED certification for green construction in our San Antonio, Texas location, which features:
- Irrigation system using rainwater and A/C condensation system
- Reserved parking for hybrid vehicles
- LED lighting
- Water conservation plumbing fixtures
- Energy efficiencies throughout the building
- Low-light controls during certain hours for parking area
- Landscaping that meets LEED requirements for shade, etc.