Blundstone's history is closely linked with the social and industrial development of our island state from colonial times. We are conscious of our heritage and our responsibility to our environment and community.<br>Tasmania is internationally renowned for the high quality of its natural environment, including one of the last remaining temperate wilderness areas of significant size, and standards of air and water quality, which are global benchmarks. These assets are of intrinsic value to us, and underpin our future quality of life.<br>Our company is committed to the policies of Sustainable Development which are shaping the agricultural, industrial and commercial profile of our state.<br>Blundstone pursues development policies which are evaluated with reference to environmental considerations. We maximise our use of recycled and recyclable materials in our manufacture and packaging. We minimise the use of raw material, chemicals and fossil fuels.<br>We conform, and where possible exceed all Federal, State and Local Government regulations, and encourage our suppliers to do likewise.<br>