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balancing the sustainability of business and environment
Safeway has adopted a guiding principle that promotes growth through the thoughtful use of our natural resources. Our company is focused on a core set of initiatives that make sense for both the planet and our business. Our recycling efforts date back nearly 50 years. We are pioneering greenhouse gas reduction and retrofitting stores with energy-efficient lighting and heating systems. We are off to a good start with waste reduction in our packaging, and we are leading the way on a broad range of green and sustainable fronts.
Greenhouse Gas Reduction
Harnessing renewable and sustainable energy will play a pivotal role in the long-term health of our planet. Safeway is doing its part, and we are proud of our progress. For
example, Safeway was the first retailer to join the Chicago Climate Exchange. In doing so, we made a legally binding commitment to reduce our carbon footprint by 6% below our baseline over four years beginning in 2007. We recently completed our first independent audit and successfully reduced our carbon footprint by 11%, far surpassing our legal requirements.
Recycling & Packaging
Safeway has been a major recycler for nearly 50 years and supports the global drive towards Zero Waste business practices. We began recycling cardboard years before other U.S. grocers and pioneered aluminum recycling in the industry.
Seafood Sustainability
Addressing the ever-growing concern over the health and welfare of world seafood populations, Safeway has adopted a far-reaching sustainability policy to help ensure this food source is enjoyed for generations to come.
Animal Welfare
Safeway is proud to be an industry leader in animal welfare. We believe animals should be raised, transported and processed using procedures that are clean, safe and free from cruelty, abuse or neglect. Diligently partnering with independent animal welfare experts, Safeway utilizes industry best practices, ensuring that farm animals are treated humanely at every step from farm to market.
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