Green Machines policy
Green Machines is committed to fair, sustainable business practices. To this end we adopt the following policies:
all suppliers must meet our standards of environmental care and worker rights
we plant a native tree for every Green Machine sold
we use sea and rail freight wherever possible to minimise transport emissions
all models are tested for NZ compliance and safety
we are proud to support local environmental groups; Turakina Bird rescue and Bushy Park
we recommend everyone views The Story of Stuff, click the link below:
Green Machines Suppliers
Base units
The base units for our Green Machines are made to our specifications by Foton Heavy Industries International Trading Co. Ltd. This manufacturer was selected for its high standards of quality, service and parts back up. We have received assurances from Foton that:
Workers are paid fairly, in fact Foton workers are paid 'higher than the average' worker in their city of Weifang
Worker health and safety is of high priority and all national standards and regulations are met or exceeded
The company is active in its efforts to care for the environment as demonstrated by its investment in equipment to recycle waste water and heat
This award winning company is rated in the 'Top 100 Companies' in China, meeting the European and American import requirements for tractors, combine harvesters, trucks and construction equipment
New Zealand Suppliers
Wherever possible, domestic suppliers are used for accessories and modifications to the base units. We also check our domestic suppliers to ensure their business practices are consistent with our philosophy.
Additionally, we are pleased to note that our web designer has both a beard and a relaxed work ethic.
Links
www.evworld.com ...all about electric vehicles
www.sustainability.govt.nz ...learn to reduce your environmental impact
www.storyofstuff.com ...a must see if you ever intend to buy anything
www.greenfleet.org.nz ...reduction of the impacts of transportation
www.carbonzero.co.nz ...calculate your carbon footprint, if you dare…
www.eeca.govt.nz ...sustainable energy use
www.fuelsaver.govt.nz ...helps you lower your fuel use
Let us know if you have a good link we should know about info@greenmachines.co.nz
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