January 16, 2008

Calgary Transit is committed to environmental protection and providing sustainable solutions to reduce the impact urban travel has in our community. Calgary transit values health and environmental programs that provide a safe work place for its employees. Calgary Transit believes these actions benefit our customers, employees and the general public, both now and in the future, while improving the quality of life for all Calgarians.

Calgary Transit demonstrates its commitment to protecting the environment by:

• Undertaking business practices that meet or exceed applicable environmental legislation, other environmental requirements and The City of Calgary's Environmental Policy.
   
• Continuing to seek, evaluate and implement new methods to improve on environmental performance.
   
• Building upon the positive social, economic and environmental contribution that public transit makes to the community.
   
• Striving for continuous business improvements by setting measurable goals and reporting our environmental performance.
   
• Integrating environmental issues into Calgary Transit's business planning and strategic decision making.
   
• Developing and supporting work practices that minimize pollution, reduce waste and conserve energy.
   
• Engaging employees in building upon Calgary Transit's culture that promotes behaviors and actions that are healthy, safe and environmentally responsible.