1、Table of ContentsSustainability IntroductionEmployeesCommunitiesOperations About Operations Buildings Transportation&Logistics Waste Stream Management Greenhouse Gas EmissionsMerchandising About Merchandising Kirkland Signature Human Rights Animal Welfare Chemical Management Sustainable Fisheries En
2、vironment Impacts Packaging Our aim is that our business remains responsible,resilient and relevant in accordance with our Mission Statementand Code of Ethics.Sustainability to us is remaining a profitable business while doing the right thing.The following principles and responsibilities will help u
3、ssustain our business for the long term as we continue to grow globally.In this document,we explain how we incorporate sustainable practices in key aspects of our business.We provide examples to helpillustrate our progress.We realize our practices may change over time,as we learn more and adapt to o
4、ur ever-changing world.Foradditional questions or more information,please contact Costco Customer Service.-Costco Wholesale Corporation-SUSTAINABILITYCOMMITMENTCode of EthicsObey the lawTake care of our membersTake care of our employeesRespect our suppliersReward our shareholdersMission StatementTo
5、continually provide ourmembers with quality goods andservices at the lowest possibleprices.These inform and guide our everyday goal to do the right thing and arethe foundation of our business.Costco will continue to adapt as welearn more about our impact and global challenges such as climatechange,h
6、uman rights issues and compromised natural resources.We have adopted the following principles and responsibilities to help usnavigate the dynamic and changing future while still striving to do theright thing and remain a low-cost and efficient business operator.Our Sustainability PrinciplesFor Costc