MILWAUKEE, May 30 /PRNewswire/ -- As the scope of the devastation in China has become known, Johnson Controls has increased its original donation to the Red Cross Society of China from $500,000 to $1 million for disaster relief efforts. In addition, Johnson Controls' employees located in China have contributed over $300,000 and Johnson Controls' Joint Ventures have contributed $130,000 to the disaster relief efforts as well.
"This disaster has struck a personal chord with our employees, who have made significant personal and financial commitments to help the people of China," said Stephen A. Roell, Chairman and CEO of Johnson Controls. "We all feel a deep sense of responsibility to give more and support the emergency responders who are working tirelessly to save lives and prevent further loss."
Along with providing financial assistance, Johnson Controls is also donating numerous Optima batteries and tents to aid in the disaster response efforts. In total, Johnson Controls, its employees and its joint ventures have donated over $1.4 million (RMB 10 million) in financial support.
Johnson Controls has approximately 15,000 employees in China. To date, the earthquake has not directly impacted its facilities.
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