ATT targets eco-friendly packaging for wireless device accessories and will influence manufacturers of mobile phones to reduce the environmental impact of handsets. … “AT&T estimates that the packaging improvements for device chargers, cases, batteries and data cables will help to avoid more than 200 tons of wasted plastic and paper in 2010. For example, the packaging for batteries and data cables will change from plastic “clam shell”-style packaging to small, recyclable paper boxes. The packaging for protective phone cases and car chargers will change to slimmer packaging. Suppliers will be required to reduce packaging, use non-petroleum based inks and use recycled materials for in-box documentation of new devices. Suppliers will be required to assert that all devices delivered to AT&T have avoided virgin materials mined in conflict zones within the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). ” http://bit.ly/cWmZxG
