Cisco has set a goal for 70% of its component and manufacturing suppliers to achieve a zero-waste diversion rate at one or more sites by 2025. This initiative is part of Cisco’s broader effort to promote sustainability and reduce waste across its supply chain. Achieving a zero-waste diversion rate means thatvirtually all waste materials are reused, recycled, or composted, and nothing is sent to landfills or incineration without energy recovery. This target is part of Cisco's ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability, as detailed in their corporate social responsibility reports and environmental sustainability strategies​https://blogs.cisco.com/csr/environmental-impact-in-ciscos-supply-chain
Question # 5
Which percentage of customers are willing to pay more for products manufactured sustainably?
66% of customers are willing to pay more for products that are manufactured sustainably. This reflects a growing consumer awareness and demand for environmentally responsible products. Companies like Cisco leverage this trend by emphasizing their sustainability practices and incorporating them into their product development and marketing strategies. This data is supported by various consumer surveys and market research studies on sustainability preferences​ (Cisco Blogs)​​ (Impakter)​.https://blogs.cisco.com/csr/net-zero-methodology-yes-it-is-complicated-but-worth-doing-thoroughly
Before 2021, Cisco's Purpose Report was known as the CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) Report. This report documented Cisco’s initiatives and achievements in various areas of corporate responsibility, including environmental sustainability, social impact, and governance. The renaming to Purpose Report reflects a broader and more integrated approach to these efforts, emphasizing Cisco's commitment to creating positive impacts through its business operations and sustainability programs.
Question # 7
How is Cisco proving its commitment to recycling?
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Cisco uses the circular economy, which goes further than just recycling.
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Cisco plans to start a recycling program in 2023.
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Cisco has explored committees to determine how they can start recycling.
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Cisco has a strong recycling program and may expand to other initiatives in the future.
Cisco’s commitment to recycling is demonstrated through its adoption of the circular economy model. This approach goes beyond traditional recycling by emphasizing the reuse, refurbishment, and recycling of products and materials. Cisco’s initiatives such as the Takeback and Reuse program, and the Refresh program, exemplify this commitment. These efforts are part of Cisco’s broader strategy to minimize waste and promote sustainability, as detailed in Cisco's sustainability reports and the Cisco Environmental Sustainability resources.
Question # 8
How many tons of plastic are produced worldwide each year?
Approximately 470 million tons of plastic are produced worldwide each year. This substantial amount of plastic production underscores the importance of recycling and sustainable waste management practices to mitigate the environmental impact of plastic waste. Cisco, along with other global companies, is actively working to reduce plastic use and promote recycling as part of their broader sustainability efforts​ (EcoWatch)​​ (OECD)​​ (RubyHome)​.https://www.rubyhome.com/blog/recycling-stats/