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"Environmentality” is the term used by The Walt Disney Company to describe its attitude toward environmental issues and operations, with an emphasis on an intelligent and knowledgeable approach to this important concern. The continued strength of Disney’s Environmentality program is firmly rooted in the many synergistic partnerships developed both internally and externally with the public and private sectors. The company continues to place a priority on environmental sustainability, protection and education – significant components of its corporate social responsibility initiatives. This philosophy reaches Disney cast members and guests around the world, providing environmental education and action to a diverse array of audiences.

As the company continues to grow, so does the number of innovative programs targeting green design and construction, wildlife conservation, energy modeling, environmental research and development, and resource conservation. Disney benchmarks its environmental programs against other leading organizations to ensure that best management practices and systems are consistently integrated and updated throughout the company’s global operations. Forward-thinking and proactive efforts such as these are designed to minimize the environmental impact of Disney’s worldwide assets and enhance the protection of Disney cast members, employees and guests around the world.

Two noteworthy examples of the company’s ability to use Environmentality to touch lives are “Jiminy Cricket’s Environmentality Challenge” and “WOW– Wonderful Outdoor World.” “Jiminy Cricket’s Environmentality Challenge” transforms fifth-grade classrooms in California, Florida, Hong Kong, and the Grand Cayman Islands into problem-solving laboratories that empower children to recognize and resolve community-based environmental challenges. Similarly, “WOW” brings environmental education and activity right to the doorstep of inner city children. Together, these outreach programs have positively impacted the lives of well over one million children and their families.

Related Links:
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Water quality testing at each theme park attraction waterway is just a part of the large-scale environmental compliance program at Disney.
Water quality testing at each theme park attraction waterway is just a part of the large-scale environmental compliance program at Disney.
The birth of Tufani, the first African elephant to be born at Disney Animal Kingdom, was made possible through a partnership between Disney's Animal Programs' team and the American Zoo and Aquarium Association,
which cooperatively manages the elephant population in North America.
"They really, truly made a difference, not only in their school, but also in their community," said W. Kym Murphy, senior vice president of environmental policy, who honored students at a "Jimmy Cricket's Environmentality Challenge" ceremony.
"They really, truly made a difference, not only in their school, but also in their community," said W. Kym Murphy, senior vice president of environmental policy, who honored students at a "Jimmy Cricket's Environmentality Challenge" ceremony.
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