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Future Targets

Here we outline our future goals, as well as how we performed in 2012.

Our Goal:

  • To measurably improve the environmental performance and efficiency of our retail operations, particularly around energy, carbon, water, and waste, toward net zero impact
  • To lead in responsible retailing in Canada
Future Targets Target Date
Reduce GHG emissions from 2012 levels 2013
Divert at least 92% of waste from the landfill 2013
Reduce total GHG emissions (target tbd) 2017
Divert at least 94% of waste from the landfill 2017
Actions
Decrease energy consumption in buildings Annual
Review and update MEC's Green Building System program 2013
Establish a new baseline for carbon emissions and set a reduction target for 2017 2013
Integrate carbon as a business measure 2013
Create and implement carbon modelling and decision making tools 2013
Conduct a business case analysis for a (near) paperless office 2013
Develop a non-inventory responsible purchasing policy and program 2013
Expand transportation partner evaluation criteria to include environmental practices 2013

 

2012 Performance  
Reduce total GHG emissions by 20% from 2007 levels Achieved
(-31%)
Decrease energy consumption in buildings Achieved
Divert at least 92% of waste from the landfill Achieved
(92%)
Actions
Develop a benchmark and target for facility energy use Partial
Update carbon targets across departments and implement process for ongoing GHG emission reductions Partial
Complete and implement MEC's Green Building System Policy and program Partial
Implement an initiative to encourage commercial green building in collaboration with builders, retailers, and government Partial
Develop a non-inventory purchasing policy and program Partial
Expand product transportation scope to include small courier and direct-to-member shipments Achieved

 


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