Sustainable Development

At Cooper, we believe our responsibility with respect to sustainable development is to strive to do business in a responsible manner that duly respects the rights and interests of our stakeholders, which includes our shareholders, employees, customers, suppliers and the communities in which we operate. Sustainability is generally defined as comprising three critical aspects - financial, environmental and social. Cooper strives to address all three of these components. There are a number of key benchmarks used to gauge a company's commitment to sustainable development. At Cooper, we fulfill them all. Our solid financial foundation provides the framework for continued growth, job creation and economic contribution to the communities where we do business. As environmental stewards, we strive to diligently operate our factories and facilities to protect and preserve natural resources. Many of the products we manufacture are designed to offer enhanced safety, environmental protection and energy efficiency. Our employees receive safety training, and we provide clean, safe working conditions in facilities where all people are treated equally. Through the Cooper Foundation, we contribute to the communities where Cooper operates. We encourage our employees through various programs to give back to their communities and to encourage a safe and environmentally sound workplace. We report our financial results with integrity, transparency and accuracy. And, most important, we continue to uphold a high standard of ethical business conduct. This section of Cooper's web site contains key information regarding our sustainability efforts. This information can be accessed by using the links on the left.