The report highlights:

• Key milestones of Corporate Express' sustainability journey
• New Corporate Social Responsibility governance
• The launch of three new initiatives: Learning & Development Team, Women in Leadership Council and Indigenous Support Programme
• Disclosure of metrics including workforce makeup and carbon footprint
• Details on the Ecological Sustainable Design features of the new corporate head office, data centre and regional distribution centre
• Highlights of employee community activities

“As a reseller of business products, the biggest difference we can make is in the way we approach our supply chain — ensuring the ethical sourcing of products,” said Paul Hitchcock, CEO of Corporate Express.

Jennifer Williams, Corporate Express’ Corporate Social Responsibility Manager, said “the company has been committed for many years to developing a sustainable supply chain that supports its customers’ sustainability focus”.

The company was named the 2008 Sustainable Company of the Year at the 8th Annual Australian Sustainability Awards. The Awards recognise best practice in corporate sustainability across Australian Stock Exchange Listed companies. Corporate Express was also commended on its sustainable supply chain programme, EarthSaver range of environmental products and outstanding environment, safety and labour relations record.

The Sustainability Report and related performance data are available at www.ce.com.au under 'Sustainability'.