It’s a day that’s intended to raise awareness about the impact that we are all having on the planet and how, with just a little bit of effort, each of us can help lighten the load on Mother Earth.
At Broadcom offices from Singapore to San Jose and, of course, our Irvine, Calif., headquarters, employees took part in activities today to help raise awareness for Earth Day, including posing for some fun “wear green” photos ops for the company blog…
For many organizations, concerns about rising energy costs and environmental impact remain top-of-mind. At Broadcom, engineers have been thinking about how energy efficient networking can dramatically reduce an organization’s carbon footprint while also making a significant impact on the bottom line.
Estimates show that more than 150 million metric tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) are used to power IT equipment with a global price tag of about $16 billion per year. “Business-as-usual” projections foresee a 130 percent rise in CO2 …
Where else can you see hundreds of lady bugs released on a sunny Southern California afternoon? That’s exactly what employees at Broadcom’s headquarters in Irvine, Calif. experienced today as part of the company’s Earth Day celebration.
Broadcom takes pride in knowing that its groundbreaking products and technologies enable people around the world to connect all aspects of life and business. The company encourages a culture that embraces respect for the environment and this dedication begins with our people.
Today, to wrap …
It’s been 42 years since the first Earth Day celebrations, rallies across the country that brought some 20 million Americans together to celebrate the planet and raise awareness about preserving its resources. Today, organizers estimate that more than 1 billion people around the globe will celebrate Earth Day, which is this Sunday, April 22.
Every day, Broadcom puts its commitment to be good stewards of the Earth into action. Earlier this week, we told you about Broadcom’s energy-efficient design processes. …
As we prepare for Earth Day, you may feel compelled to try something new to save the planet. Sure, you’re already doing your part by separating glass from plastics from aluminum cans. But what else can be done?
To answer that question we compiled a list of tips from a number of sources, including some of our own Broadcom employees, to help you re-think how you shop, work or clean.
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Did you know that trash stays in a landfill for about 30 years?
Did you know that 84 percent all household waste is recyclable?
Did you know that the average American creates 4.6 pounds of waste per day?
As we prepare to celebrate Earth Day later this week, it’s important to remember that each of us can make a difference just by understanding how our everyday actions – or inactions – can impact the environment. Consider some more of these …
Editor’s Note: This post is part of our ongoing “Executive Perspective” series for Broadcom. It was authored by Neil Y. Kim, Executive Vice President of Operations and Central Engineering for Broadcom. It was scheduled for April to highlight Earth Day and Broadcom’s commitment to environment-friendly technology. The original post is available in PDF format.
Broadcom was founded 20 years ago with the vision of Connecting everything through innovative semiconductor solutions that let people communicate at home, at work and …
