Boeing is focused on doing its part to ensure a sustainable future and is working with the following world-class organizations to sponsor best practices and help drive environmental improvements globally.
Algal Biomass Organization
Boeing is a member and currently chairs the board of directors of the Algal Biomass Organization, which promotes research and the commercialization of algae-based biofuels.
Aircraft Fleet Recycling Association
Boeing is a founding member of the Aircraft Fleet Recycling Association, a working group of companies that has safely recycled more than 7,000 commercial and military aircraft.
Air Transport Action Group
Boeing is on the board of the Air Transport Action Group, a coalition of companies throughout the globe in the air transport industry. ATAG advocates the environmentally responsible development of aviation infrastructure, including en route capabilities, airport capacity and ground access in order to meet customers' demand in a timely way.
Carbon Disclosure Project
Boeing has participated in the Carbon Disclosure Project, an independent nonprofit organization that has become the standard for carbon disclosure methodology and process since 2006.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Climate Leaders
Boeing joined the industry-government partnership Climate Leaders in 2008, committing to reduce the company's environmental impact by completing a companywide greenhouse gas emissions inventory, establishing reduction targets and reporting progress to the EPA on an annual basis. Boeing's five-year greenhouse gas emissions reduction target was approved by the Climate Leaders program in 2008.
EarthCorps
EarthCorps is a nonprofit organization founded in 1993 with a mission to build global community through local environmental service. The organization provides one-year intensive programs for young adults to learn best practices in conservation techniques and develop skills in leading volunteers. Boeing has awarded EarthCorps grants to support their Great Cities – Great Parks and Greener Cities Stewardship projects.
Engineers Without Borders - USA
Engineers Without Borders - USA focuses on developing engineering solutions to global dilemmas of clean water, sanitation and renewable energy. Boeing has awarded the non-profit grants to help build its infrastructure, for fundraising and chapter support, and for targeted projects in Africa, India and China.
The Nature Conservancy International Leadership Council
Boeing serves as a member of the International Leadership Council, one of the world's leading corporate forums on conservation that provides the business community partnership opportunities with The Nature Conservancy to develop solutions to conservation challenges. Boeing is also involved with local state chapters of The Nature Conservancy at many of our major U.S. operating locations.
Pew Center on Global Climate Change Business Environmental Leadership Council
Boeing participates in the Pew Center on Global Climate Change Business Environmental Leadership Council, a group of major companies that exhibit environmental leadership, investment in environmentally progressive products and the support of domestic and global measures to achieve cost-effective reductions in emissions.
Prince's Rainforest Project
Boeing participated in the Prince's Rainforest Project, which was established by HRH The Prince of Wales to help slow the destruction of the world's rainforests. Rainforests regulate rainfall, preserve biodiversity and store vast amounts of carbon. Tropical deforestation is a major cause of greenhouse gas emissions. Boeing's commitment to preserving rainforests is part of the company's overall approach to improving the environment - an approach that also includes recycling, conserving energy and developing efficient products. Watch video (:30) | Watch video (1:41)
Roundtable on Sustainable Biofuels
Boeing is a member of the Roundtable on Sustainable Biofuels, an international initiative coordinated by the Energy Center at the Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne in Switzerland. The Roundtable brings together farmers, companies, nongovernmental organizations, experts, governments, and intergovernmental agencies concerned with ensuring the sustainability of biofuels production and processing.
Sustainable Aviation Fuel Users Group
Boeing is affiliated with the Sustainable Aviation Fuel Users Group, a group of 14 major airlines from around the world. SAFUG is focused on accelerating the development and commercialization of sustainable aviation fuels produced from algae, camelina, halophytes, jatropha and other nonfood cellulose.
The Trust for Public Land
The Trust for Public Land is a national, nonprofit, land conservation organization that conserves land for people to enjoy as parks, community gardens, historic sites, rural lands and other natural places, ensuring livable communities for generations to come. Boeing has supported the organization through grants for Greenprint.org, an interactive Web site containing Web-based mapping tools and data analysis.
U.S. Department of Energy/EPA Energy Star
Boeing's Shared Services Group, which is responsible for site services, energy conservation and much facilities work, leads Boeing's participation in the joint U.S. Department of Energy and EPA Energy Star program for energy management.
U.S. Green Building Council
Boeing is a member of the U.S. Green Building Council, a nonprofit organization dedicated to sustainable building practices that develops and administers the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design building standards.
Wildlife Habitat Council
Boeing is a member of the Wildlife Habitat Council, a nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing the quality and amount of wildlife habitat on corporate, private and public lands. The Council devotes its resources to building partnerships with corporations and conservation groups to create solutions that balance the demands of economic growth with the requirements of a healthy, biodiverse and sustainable environment.
World Business Council for Sustainable Development
Boeing joined the World Business Council for Sustainable Development, a 200-company coalition focused on sustainable development through business leadership. Member companies can explore sustainable development, share knowledge, experiences and best practices, and advocate business positions on these issues.
World Environment Center
Boeing is a member of the World Environment Center, a global non-profit organization that helps companies around the world implement environmentally sustainable business strategies and operations.