Highlights of the 2011 Sustainability Report include: <\/p>\n
\u2022 AECOM\u2019s efforts in reducing its carbon footprint. <\/p>\n
\u2022 Integrating sustainable practices into projects around the world. <\/p>\n
\u2022 Donating nearly US$4 million to charitable causes during fiscal year 2011, including disaster relief, education and environmental needs. <\/p>\n
\u2022 Once again, being named one of the World\u2019s Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute. <\/p>\n
\u2022 Developing AECOM\u2019s \u201cGreening our Operations\u201d (also called \u201cGO!\u201d) program to get employees involved in recycling, saving water and energy, green travel, and volunteering in the community. <\/p>\n
\u2022 Embracing a safety culture both in and outside the office. <\/p>\n
\u201cI am delighted to introduce AECOM\u2019s first corporate Sustainability Report,\u201d said John M. Dionisio, AECOM chairman and chief executive officer. \u201cWhile a number of our businesses have produced separate sustainability reports in the past, this report reflects AECOM\u2019s comprehensive global sustainability commitment and the positive impact that we make in the world.\u201d <\/p>\n
\u201cSustainability is about mastering complexity in ways that optimize conditions for human development. AECOM \u2014 in breadth and depth \u2014 has been called upon to master that complexity on behalf of our clients, so that they, we and society can be more successful today and in the future,\u201d said Gary Lawrence, AECOM vice president and chief sustainability officer. \u201cThis report is an important step in reporting our financial and nonfinancial sustainability information to our stakeholders as well as a reflection of our ability to incorporate sustainability into every project as well as our daily operations.\u201d <\/p>\n
AECOM\u2019s Sustainability Report is based on the disclosure guidelines of the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI). A copy of the full Sustainability Report can be viewed in the \u201cDownloads\u201d section of the company\u2019s Sustainability section of its website: https:\/\/aecom.com\/taiwan\/News\/Sustainability<\/a>. <\/p>\n About AECOM <\/p>\n AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets, including transportation, facilities, environmental, energy, water and government. With approximately 45,000 employees around the world, AECOM is a leader in all of the key markets that it serves. AECOM provides a blend of global reach, local knowledge, innovation, and technical excellence in delivering solutions that create, enhance and sustain the world’s built, natural and social environments. A Fortune 500 company, AECOM serves clients in more than 130 countries and had revenue of $8.1 billion during the 12 months ended Dec. 31, 2011. More information on AECOM and its services can be found at https:\/\/aecom.com\/taiwan<\/a>.<\/p>\n NR 12-0404<\/p>\n Source: AECOM Technology Corporation<\/p>\n Media Contact:<\/p>\n Paul Dickard<\/p>\n Vice President, External Communications<\/p>\n 646-432-8473<\/p>\n