Costco Flyer - 05/01-06/30/2020 (Page 24)

hat is costco doing to contribute to a more sustainable planet? the connection met of global sustainability and compliance for an overview of our efforts with our kirkland signaturetm products we are able to go deeper into the supply chain and learn where and animals who are behind these products are return and being treated with dignity and respect important issue for costco? ing at our entire business for long-term viability and increase the number of locations around the world think globally and act globally-all at the same time and suppliers all over the world and are committed to making a positive contribution to the health of the communities where our employees and members live and work it also covers how we manage our operations- which is no easy task with some 785 warehouses ment systems that are environmentally friendly addressing the efficient use of energy and water reducing our carbon footprint and reducing the amount of garbage sent to landfills through efficient waste management programs sustainability also guides how we source our way that is respectful of human rights and with fare programs are in place and that we're taking care of the fisheries? can we improve our packaging to be recyclable? efforts today? working with our suppliers to maximize yields and support different and more environmentally friendly farming practices to feed a growing population committed to doing our part to lessen the impact and are continuing to explore ways to lower our address climate change issues is also an opportu- nity to learn innovative ways of doing things that end up being better for people and the planet continued on page 22