Electronics distributor Avnet is serious about environmental protection and was among the electronics industry leaders in the European Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) and Waste Electronic and Electrical Equipment (WEEE) directives.

Those major initiatives led to Avnet's deeper involvement in the green movement, including its current ISO practices, HAZMAT transportation program, green products portal, cardboard and paper recycling programs, environmentally friendly product packaging, interior lighting improvements and various flex time, telecommuting and carpooling options. The company has created a Green Policy and Charter, and formed a Green Council with the chief financial officer as its executive sponsor. Further, its operations and individual employees across the world have joined in hundreds of efforts to support stewardship of the earth.

Avnet was recognized in 2009 and 2010 by Newsweek magazine in its Green Rankings of the 500 largest U.S. companies. Firms were ranked based on their actual environmental performance, policies and reputation.

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