Table of Contents

1: Introduction and Corporate Profile
• About this report
• Statement from Central Hudson President James P. Laurito
• About CH Energy Group:
     • Organizational structure
     • Governance structure
     • Our Principles Relevant to Economic, Environmental
       and Social Performance
     • Why Stakeholder Engagement is Important
     • Our Business
     • Significant Accomplishments
     • Memberships and Partnerships

2: Operations and Infrastructure
• Overview
• Investments in Reliability and Availability
• Dependability
• Tree Clearance and Vegetation Management
• Wildlife Protection Measures
• Mobility Management Solutions
• Power Outage Frequency and Duration
• Demand Side Management
• Hydroelectric Facilities
• Fleet Management
• Biofuels

3: Environmental Footprint
• Overview
• Carbon Footprint
• Sulfur Hexafluoride (SF6)
• Purchased Power Mix
• Direct Energy Consumption
• Facilities Management
• Fuel Usage
• Materials/Purchasing
• Oil-Filled Equipment
• Environmental Practices
• Water use
• Water Discharges
• Spills Management
• Biodiversity
• Air Emissions
• Waste
• Recycling Programs
• Recycled Waste Streams
• Manufactured Gas Plants
• Compliance Performance
• Transport
• Total Environmental Protection Expenditures

4: Innovative Products and Services
• Overview
• Solar Program
• Research and Development Projects and Expenditures
• Alternative Transport Vehicles

5: Engaged Workforce
• Overview
• Safety Culture and Accomplishments
• Labor Relations
• Code of Ethics

6: Strong Communities
• Overview
• Communications
• Energy Efficiency Programs
• Outreach for Remediation Programs
• Giving Back
• Summary