|
PS3 and Xbox 360 Components Could 'Interfere with' Sexual Development |
|
|
|
|
Written by shadow.sentinel
|
|
Tuesday, 20 May 2008 |
Quote:
Games consoles have once again found their way into Greenpeace's firing line. The environmental campaigning body has linked the PS3 and Xbox 360 to interfere with sexual development.
Following the publication of a report detailing the chemical make-up of the three new-gen consoles, Greenpeace has said on its website:
“Components of the Xbox 360 and the PlayStation3 also contained high levels of phthalates, one of which – DEHP – is known to interfere with sexual development in mammals: including humans and, especially, males.”
While Nintendo wasn't named in that particular chemical offence, it far from escaped Greenpeace's ire. "Nintendo doesn't have any environmental policies", said Zeina Al-Hajj, Greenpeace's International Toxic Campaign co-ordinator.
Last year Greenpeace ranked Nintendo at the bottom of its list of 'green' technology companies, a fact that has been picked up on by the likes of the BBC.
However, SPOnG contacted Nintendo and was told, “Nintendo has not been badly rated by Greenpeace. Greenpeace chose to conduct a survey and produce a report, which graded companies upon the voluntary submission of information...
|
More at: PS3 and Xbox 360 Components Could 'Interfere with' Sexual Development - News
Comment (6) |
