Wednesday, October 2, 2013

Chapter 3 Ethics & Social Responsibilty


Tesla Motors says if you want zero emissions switch to electric vehicles that can be powered from a hundred percent renewable energy. An electric car is far more efficient than a gasoline car, the amount of pollution generated by producing the electricity to drive an EV a given distance is much less. Many Tesla motors have already installed solar panels this helps reduce dependence on foreign oil. Their Vehicles Batteries and tires are  safely recycled by the company and the cost of recycling is built into the purchase price of the car, so there‘s never a reason “why not” to recycle.". the company says that they are trying to create the worlds best service and warranty program for costumers. they have a unconditional warranty for Model S battery, even for user error. costumers have the option to take home the more expensive sports car, the tesla roadster while their car is in the shop for service, free of charge. "our goal is not just to fix things, but to make the car better than it was." The company says it ensures that it respects human rights and that its suppliers do not use slave labor or engage in human trafficking. the website states, "Tesla does not, and will not, tolerate the use of slave labor in the manufacture of its products and does not, and will not, accept products or services from suppliers that engage in human trafficking in any form. Human trafficking and slavery are crimes under state, federal and international law. These crimes exist in countries throughout the world." Tesla suppliers ensure that their operations and the products and services comply with all national and all applicable laws and regulations".  Their are many laws against them and are stoping them from doing business but they are still fighting. the company gives back to society by offering Jobs and internships to students. Tesla states, " If you are a builder and a creative problem solver then this is the place for you! ". Tesla's Social responsibility statement is, “It probably comes as no surprise that a forward-thinking company like Tesla Motors thinks a lot about the future. We do.”   There site has some more information on frequently asked questions about ethical issues, recycling and, social responsibility.

 

The Link Above is Tesla's page to : Human Rights and Conflict Minerals Policy
 
 
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