“Sustainability issues may not be at the center of most consumers’ buying decisions, but if you look at the trends it’s becoming more top-of-mind,” explained Gary Niekerk, Director of Corporate Responsibility at Intel Corporation.
We discussed the story behind Intel CEO Brian Krzanich’s recent announcement that Intel is manufacturing and shipping conflict-free microprocessors, how the company’s thinking around sustainability issues has evolved over the years, where consumers fit into this larger picture, and much more.
Niekerk has worked with of some of the world’s most recognizable technology brands, such as HP, Apple and Intel to make sure what they do to produce their products is as admirable as the products themselves. In pursuit of this goal, Gary works with external stakeholders and internal business partners to find solutions to sustainability, supply chain responsibility and human rights challenges.
