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Sustainability Report 2010cbi:///cms/190161

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This report documents the development of METRO GROUP’s key figures and targets in the area of sustainability. It covers the business activities conducted in 2010. cbi:///cms/190163

The individual chapters further explore the key topics covered in the Sustainability Report 2009. The focus of this publication is on the trends in key sustainability indicators and the current level of target achievement, supplemented by information on current projects and measures in the respective areas of METRO GROUP’s sustainability engagement. cbi:///cms/190164

The key financials and some of the key employee figures were drawn from the Annual Report 2010. Additional key employee figures stem from an in-house database of the relevant department of METRO AG. The key financials and employee figures comprise all consolidated Group companies. The key environmental figures were provided by the sales divisions using standard forms and internationally recognised definitions. cbi:///cms/190165

The editorial deadline for this report was 22 April 2011. Our next sustainability report will be published in time for the Annual General Meeting 2012. cbi:///cms/190166

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With its efficiency- and value-enhancing programme Shape 2012, METRO GROUP is paving the way for its future growth and additional earnings increases. Our company’s long-term success also hinges on our sustainability strategy - because only a profitable company can act in a socially and environmentally conscious manner. And only companies that are positioned for sustainable development will gain access to attractive growth opportunities. This is why we have based our operating business on the principle of sustainability. Find out more about our company’s strategy, our Shape 2012 programme and our key figures for 2010 in our latest Annual Report. cbi:///cms/191185

Online Annual Report 2010