Fremont Business With Dozens Of Job Openings Honored By EPA
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Fremont Business With Dozens Of Job Openings Honored By EPA Western Digital Technologies is one of two California companies honored during Pollution Prevention Week.FREMONT, CA — As part of Pollution Prevention Week, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recognized two California-based organizations, Western Digital Technologies of Fremont and Zero Waste of San Diego for their significant efforts in reducing pollution at its source.
The organizations were celebrated as part of the EPA's 2024 Regional Pollution Prevention Recognition Program.
Together, these two entities reduced 1,357 metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions in 2023—equivalent to the pollution from 3.4 million miles driven by a gas-powered vehicle.
"EPA is proud to recognize these environmental leaders in California for preventing pollution and making meaningful changes in their communities," said Claire Trombadore, EPA Pacific Southwest Land, Chemicals, and Redevelopment Division Director. "Their efforts help reduce pollution, advance environmental justice, and address climate change."
Western Digital Technologies is a leader in disk drive manufacturing. The company demonstrated its commitment to pollution prevention through rigorous policies, supplier collaboration, and employee engagement, according to the EPA.
By reducing emissions, conserving 7.1 million gallons of water, and saving 1.8 million kilowatt-hours of energy in 2023, the company set a strong example of corporate environmental stewardship.
"At Western Digital, environmental stewardship is integral to our business," said Xhavin Sinha, Principal Engineer. "This EPA award recognizes our commitment to pollution prevention through innovative practices."
Western Digital currently has dozens of jobs available in Fremont listed on its website. Starting pay ranges from $227,000 per year down to $53,000, depending on the position and experience:
Zero Waste San Diego was lauded by the EPA for its innovative "fixit" clinics, which promote repairing household items over discarding them.
The EPA's Regional Pollution Prevention Program is part of an ongoing effort to recognize businesses that actively reduce pollution and conserve resources.
Pollution Prevention Week, which ran from Sept. 16-20, encourages individuals and organizations to take steps to protect the planet, in line with this year's theme, "Together We Are One Planet."
