Northern Micro Spirit Q370-AS, User Manual

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Introduction to Environmental Program
Northern Micro, in an effort to become more environmentally conscious has embarked on a
number of programs over the years that pertain to environmental stewardship and comply
with applicable laws and restrictions. These programs guide the organization to develop
products that safely reduce or eliminate environmentally hazardous materials, promote a
“reuse and recycle” End of Life Management model and improve energy efficiency.
At Northern Micro we strive for continuous improvement of our environmental system by
incorporating the best possible practices through our waste management and IT products
recycling initiatives.
We understand that the achievement of reducing the amount of pollution and waste into our
natural environment must rely, to a large extent, on each individual member of the
corporate team. As such, all employees, with the full support of management, contribute to
the goal of reducing, reusing and recycling our products and the waste we produce.
In this regard, Northern Micro also works with committed partners that exhibit a focus on
Sustainable Development and Green procurement. The following are some organizations and
programs that promote safe Environmental stewardship and in which Northern Micro
participates as part of its overall commitment to our environmental policy.
Electronics Product Stewardship Canada (EPSC)
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Call2Recycle (formerly named Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC))
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EPEAT (a program of the Green Electronics Council)
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Energy Star, Microsoft WHQL, 80+ and TCO Development.
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Environmental Policy
"Northern Micro is committed to continually reducing the amount of Pollution created in its
manufacturing plant by offering recycling solutions for IT equipment and by properly
reducing, reusing and recycling its packaging material. Northern Micro maintains an
Environmental Management system that it is proud of and one that complies with all of its
legal and other defined environmental requirements."