Apple supplier penalized for polluting nearby river in China
An Apple supplier known for making iPads has been penalized by Chinese authorities for turning a nearby river in Shanghai “white” after dumping pollutants during the nation’s Spring Festival holiday.
The supplier, RiTeng Computer Accessory, had wrongfully dumped waste water used for cleaning processes due to suspected staff negligence, according to a Friday statement from a parent company.
Authorities first became aware of the problem after residents had reported that the river’s water had turned white, a local environmental protection bureau reported. The water was then traced back to RiTeng’s facilities in the area.
The bureau’s preliminary investigation found that the waste water including cutting fluid and oil that had flowed from the company’s storm drain. Other environmental problems were also found including noise levels exceeding standards.
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