Starbucks tracks its global responsibilities

摘要

Starbucks Coffee Co., Seattle, announced the release of its ninth annual Global Responsibility Report, which outlines its fiscal 2009rnperformance in ethical sourcing, environmental stewardship and community involvement.rn"While we were faced with difficult global economic condi-rntions last year, we remained steadfastly committed to the responsible practices that have defined our company since its founding," said Ben Packard, Starbucks vicernpresident of global responsibility, in a statement. "Collaboration has been a key component of our strategy. By engaging external experts, business partners, and other organizations in 2009, we gained valuable insights that will help shape our path forward."