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Our Vision and Policy
At Herman Miller we believe the future quality of human life
is dependent on both economic vitality and a healthy, sustainable
natural environment. We do not see these goals as mutually
exclusive, but inextricably linked. Mankind's future depends
on meeting the needs and aspirations of a growing global population,
while enhancing and protecting the ecosystem on which all
life depends.
  
In keeping with our pledge to strive for economic, environmental,
and social equity, we have launched "Perfect Vision,"
a broad initiative that sets significant sustainability targets
for the year 2020, including:
- Zero landfill
- Zero hazardous waste generation
- Zero air and water emissions from manufacturing
- Company buildings constructed to a minimum LEED Silver
certification
- The use of 100 percent green energy to meet our power
needs\
We recognize the challenges inherent in setting such goals,
but we believe the exercise of sound strategic thinking across
our enterprise, coupled with evolving technologies, will enable
us to achieve our objectives.
Herman Miller's Environmental Policy Statement
Approved by the Herman Miller, Inc., Board of Directors
October 2002
At Herman Miller respecting the environment is more than
good business practice--it is the right thing to do. We believe
that continued economic growth and environmental protection
are inextricably linked--that the quality of life depends
on meeting human needs without destroying the environment
on which all life depends.
As business leaders we are committed to develop sustainable
business practices that meet the needs of the present without
compromising the welfare of future generations. Sustainability
demands that we pay attention to the entire life cycle of
our products. We will develop strategies that enable us to
move toward sustainability while enhancing the value offered
to customers. We will measure and monitor progress toward
our environmental goals as a key metric of our business success.
On the journey toward sustainable business practices, through
continuous improvement, we will:
- Go beyond compliance with environmental regulations and
other requirements
- Pursue prevention of pollution and elimination of waste
of any kind
- Implement technologies to efficiently use energy resources
- Design our products, processes, and buildings for the
environment
- Promote environmental knowledge and awareness
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