eNewsletter: April 2009

Welcome to our special Environmental Awareness issue, highlighting rewards that are eco-friendly and environmentally sound. To view our full rewards catalog online, please visit www.rewardsdirect.com.

• Brand Spotlight: Whirlpool
• What People Want Right Now: Going Green

Brand Spotlight: Whirlpool

Every Home... Everywhere... with Pride, Passion and Performance

Whirlpool Corporation manufactures home appliances across all major categories, including fabric care, cooking, refrigeration, dishwashers, countertop appliances, garage organization and water filtration. As the industry leader in energy and water efficiency, Whirlpool is the only appliance manufacturer that brings an "across the board" focus to energy and water conservation: From design to manufacturing and distribution to the end of the product lifecycle, Whirlpool illustrates their concern for the environment.

In 2003, Whirlpool became the first appliance manufacturer to announce a global greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction target, with a goal of reducing their emissions by 3 percent from 1998 levels by 2008, while at the same time increasing production by 40 percent. They assumed responsibility not only for direct emissions, but also for the much larger emissions associated with the use of their products.

From the time Whirlpool established its target through the end of 2006, they reduced their greenhouse gas emissions by 4.1 million metric tons, keeping them on track to meet our GHG reduction target. The positive output of that reduction is equivalent to approximately 1.37 million acres of trees.

Whirlpool continues to create solutions that help consumers optimize productivity in the home. They are dedicated to creating ENERGY STAR® qualified appliances like the Duet® Steam washer, which uses up to 73 percent less water and 77 percent less energy than conventional washers – helping consumers save money and natural resources.

What People Want Right Now: Going Green

National Environmental Education Week, Earth Day and Arbor Day all take place in April.  It's only fitting that the month has become synonymous with "going green." Below are the top ten green items from our Rewards Direct collection.  With these eco-friendly rewards, you can go green while saving your green.