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 emissions (VOC)
• Zero process water use
• 100 percent green electrical energy use
• Company buildings constructed to a minimum LEED Silver certification
• 100 percent of sales from DfE-approved products

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
January 1999

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