In 2006, Xerox greenhouse gas emissions totaled 399,000 metric tons of CO2e. About 62% were indirect emissions from purchased electricity and steam. The remaining 38% were direct emissions from the combustion of natural gas, gasoline and diesel fuel. Xerox-owned or -leased facilities such as manufacturing sites, offices and warehouses are associated with 78% of our greenhouse gas emissions. The remaining 22% are emissions from our service and sales vehicle fleet and other mobile sources.

Strategies for Meeting Our Reduction Target

Our strategies include:

	Shifts Toward More Energy-Efficient Technologies One example is Xerox's commitment to emulsion aggregation (EA) technology, or chemical toner, which is estimated to require 25% less energy to manufacture than conventional toner.
	Process Improvements That Reduce Energy Demand Xerox has changed the way we make certain conventional toners, reducing energy demand by an estimated 15-25% per pound of toner.
	Increased Reliability of Xerox Equipment and Parts Digital technology has improved the reliability of components inside our products. This reduces service calls, which results in fewer miles driven by Xerox technicians and less gasoline consumed. Longer-lasting parts also mean that less manufacturing energy is invested over the life of a Xerox product.
	Equipment Upgrades and Energy Management Programs Every year, Xerox facilities identify opportunities to reduce energy consumption through equipment upgrades and better energy management. Some Xerox facilities save energy through “free” cooling. In winter months, the facilities cool process water by running it through outdoor pipes instead of using chillers, which are the equivalent of industrial air conditioners.
	Use of Renewable Energy Sources We are reducing greenhouse gas emissions through renewable sources of energy such as wind and solar. By purchasing “green power,” several Xerox sites, including those in the United Kingdom and the U.S., are reducing annual greenhouse gas emissions by more than 6,000 metric tons.