The automobile remains an essential part of our every day lives. Yet, the automobile industry remains intertwined with major environmental problems. The industry is especially looking to address both the fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions. One of the leaders in this approach, AB Volvo Group, has integrated the environment as a core value of their corporation. Volvo's environmental program began in 1972 when the company declared its commitment to environmental protection during the first United Nations conference on the environment. Volvo's goal is to become known as one of the world's leading environmental automotive manufacturers. The achievement of this goal calls for a holistic view of the environment — a view that not only permeates the entire work of its organization, but also extends to the environmental impact of every phase in the life cycle of their products.