Social Responsibility

Environment

Delphi's response to the climate change issue

The issue of climate change is receiving increased public debate around the world. The United Nations' Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change stated in 2007 that the global atmospheric concentration of carbon dioxide (CO2) has increased markedly since 1750 as a result of human activities, with fossil fuel use being a main cause. Warming of the climate system is unequivocal.
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Environmental stewardship is not simply a catchword at Delphi, it is the guiding force behind our manufacturing processes and the products and technologies we create. In every aspect of our business, Delphi works to minimize negative environmental impact, with products and processes that:

consider environmental impact from the beginning
help reduce the effects of global warming
decrease dependence on natural resources
use recycled materials and can be more easily recycled

Our "green" products not only help our customers comply with global environmental regulations, but also offer higher performance. This marriage of performance and environmental sensitivity creates greater value in Delphi products.

As a responsible corporate citizen, Delphi is dedicated to protecting human health, natural resources and the global environment. This dedication reaches further than compliance with the law to encompass the integration of sound environmental practices in our business decisions. We are actively involved in supporting environmental programs within the communities in which we operate both domestically and globally.

Learn more about Delphi's Environmental Policy.

Delphi Celebrates Earth Day Everyday

Employees at Delphi sites around the world celebrate Earth Day April 22. According to the Earth Day Network, Earth Day is the only event celebrated simultaneously around the globe by people of all backgrounds, faiths and nationalities. Organizers estimate more than a billion people celebrate in Earth Day activities each year.

Earth Day may only come once a year, but Delphi Corp. is helping drivers lessen their environmental impact each and every day with a portfolio of energy-efficient, green technologies.

"Delphi continues to develop innovative and environmentally sensitive technologies that can be used in real-world applications," said Rodney O'Neal, Delphi chief executive officer and president. "Our products help reduce emissions and increase fuel economy without sacrificing the performance or comfort drivers expect."

Making a difference

		Delphi Reduces CO2 Emissions at Its European Operations by More Than 6,000 Metric Tons in 2008 Delphi Corporation's global initiative to reduce CO2 emissions from its operations has prevented more than 6,000 metric tons from being emitted from its European plants in 2008.

		Delphi's Real-World Technologies Help Lessen Environmental Impact Each Day Earth Day may only come once a year, but Delphi Corp. is helping drivers lessen their environmental impact each and every day with a portfolio of energy-efficient, green technologies.

		Delphi Expands Electrical/Electronic Architecture Hybrid Development Capabilities With the expansion of Delphi's Electrical/Electronic Hybrid Development Center within its Technical Center in Champion, Ohio, Delphi Corp. increases its capacity to provide original equipment manufacturers and hybrid device suppliers with advanced hybrid vehicle electrical/electronic distribution systems and components.

News

		Delphi Detailing Green Powertrain Initiatives at Prestigious London Engineering Conference In the automotive industry, one of the most pressing requirements is the rapid reduction in tailpipe emissions of CO2. As an example, the European Parliament recently set a target of 25-40 percent emissions reductions by 2020.

		Emissions Standards Guides for 2009 Delphi's Worldwide Emissions Standards reference guides help industry professionals stay abreast of current emissions legislation around the world.

		Delphi receives two 'Social Responsibility Awards' for environmental projects in South America "Environmental Week" -- a social responsibility program designed by Delphi -- recently received the AEA Environment Award 2008, which is promoted by the Brazilian Association of Automotive Engineering (AEA).

		Delphi Teams with Toyota to Aid Efforts at Improving the Environment Delphi and Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America announced a $20,000 gift to the Wildcat Guardian Association today. Representatives from Delphi and Toyota made the presentation of the check to Ken Munro of the Wildcat Guardians during a ceremony in front of Delphi Electronics & Safety Plant 8.

		Delphi Wins New York 'Green' Award Delphi's Lockport, NY plant was recently recognized by the state of New York for making great strides towards reducing the facility's impact on the environment.

		Key Role in Lead-Free Book Co-edited by a Delphi technologist, a book highlights "green" processing for successful electronics manufacturing.

		Sunny Skies Taking advantage of off-the-shelf components -- including a Delphi Solar Heat Exchanger -- one company is helping provide a renewable energy source at a fraction of the cost of competitive methods.

		Delphi Brazil sites share 'Environmental Week' with area schools This summer Delphi's Brazilian operations celebrated "Environmental Week" following the worldwide International Environmental Day in June with activities at local facilities.

		Delphi promotes Earth Day, every day The notion of "going green" in business is no longer just a trendy marketing theme, as companies across the planet work to reduce their impact on the environment.

		Delphi Completes Validation Testing for Third Generation E85 Injector Delphi recently completed validation testing for its improved Multec 3.5 E85 flex fuel injector, testing for parameters such as performance, cycle-durability, corrosion, temperature and humidity extremes.