We recognize that energy use is a main contributor in our environmental performance, as well as a significant cost of doing business. In our climate sectionwe report on the greenhouse gas impacts of electricity and natural gas use. We also state our goals for reductions through energy efficiency and the use of renewable energy.

As part of our green building commitment, by 2009 we aspire to have the lowest energy usage per square foot in each of three building classes—retail stores, distribution centers, and office buildings (REI headquarters campus).

In 2007 we will consider the Department of Energy baseline information for existing building, peer information and other sources to convert our "best-in-class" objective into specific targets for each type of building.