Sustainability Policy

Our vision is to establish a legacy of sustained economic growth, social responsibility and environmental stewardship reflective of a premier energy company.

To these ends, NiSource is committed to:

• Delivering sustainable economic growth;
• Enhancing our stakeholders' quality of life; and
• Serving as responsible stewards of natural and environmental resources.

To fulfill this commitment, we will:

Promote Strong, Stable Communities

• Invest in clean, safe and reliable energy infrastructures in the communities we serve;
• Actively engage in stakeholder processes; and
• Be actively involved in communities we serve.

Implement Customer-Focused Solutions

• Help customers address energy costs, make smarter energy choices, and lower impacts on the environment; and
• Couple investments with effective regulatory and commercial actions that promote affordable, clean energy.

Steward the Environment

• Reduce our impact on the environment through pollution prevention and reduction programs; and
• Implement innovative conservation approaches.

Assure an Engaged, Aligned and Transparent Sustainability Approach

• Establish goals, measures, and standards that are tracked and evaluated for success;
• Govern ourselves in a manner that is responsive to the interests of shareholders and other investors; and
• Publicly report on our sustainability efforts.