| Report Profile [GRI 2.1 3.1 3.3 3.4 3.7] Considering the growing importance of sustainability in its operations, Grupo Pão de Açúcar decided to present in this report its social and environmental efforts in consonance with the best practices. It thus accepted the challenge of adopting the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards henceforth and presenting its first Sustainability Report GRI, version G3. This report relates the social, environmental and financial performance of Grupo Pão de Açúcar from January through December 2008. Note that this Sustainability Report brings only the highlights of the Group’s financial performance, which is detailed in the latest Annual Report. If you have any question about this report, the Corporate Relations and Social and Environmental Responsibility area of Grupo Pão de Açúcar will be pleased to help you by telephone (11) 3886-3469. The electronic version of this report is available at www.gpari.com.br/eng |