Green Retail Decisions - News

Research: Most Retailers Use Energy Management Systems

Thu, 24 May 2012 12:15:00 EDT

A majority of retailers also perform heating, ventilation and air conditioning preventative maintenance an average of four times per year.

Loblaw Reports Environmental and Social Achievements

Thu, 24 May 2012 12:14:00 EDT

The Canadian grocer makes significant strides in clean power, recycling and waste reduction.

Food Lion Receives LEED Silver Certification at Virginia Store

Thu, 24 May 2012 12:13:00 EDT

The grocer welcomes customers to the store today to celebrate the new designation.

Five Shaw's Stores Reach Zero-Waste Milestone

Thu, 24 May 2012 12:12:00 EDT

Shaw’s overall sustainability efforts have kept more than 32 million pounds of waste out of local landfills since the program launched last year.

Kimberly-Clark Sources Nearly 100 Percent of Fiber from Certified Suppliers

Thu, 24 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

The company’s sustainability report also reveals it achieved zero manufacturing waste to landfill from its European personal care business facilities.

Regency Centers Receives LEED Certification at Two Shopping Centers

Thu, 24 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

Located in Chicago and Raleigh N.C., the two shopping centers, which total nearly 200,000 square feet, earned silver certification.

REI Climate Impact Increases 3 Percent

Thu, 24 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

Despite the set back, the outdoor retailer added 12 new solar power generating installations to its facilities.

Hormel Foods Surpasses Sustainability Goals

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

The food manufacturer beats water reduction, packaging and solid waste minimization goals.

United Supermarkets CEO Shares Sustainability Challenges

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

The family-owned regional grocer harvests sunlight, recycles and has reduced its refrigeration energy losses.

Hannaford Recognized for LEED Conversion Store in Maine

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

The Skowhegan, Me., store features a cardboard baler, plastic recycling, food waste composting and a heat exchange system.

Publix Reaches Two Billion Paper and Plastic Bags Saved

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

The grocer said it has helped reduce the use of paper and plastic grocery bags by more than one million per day.

CVS Carbon Emissions Decline 3.9 Percent

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

The drug chain is focused on incorporating new energy-saving technologies for new store constructions, existing stores and distribution centers.

Walmart Plans 27 Solar Projects in Massachusetts

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

An irrigations system also delivers 39 percent water reductions at 631 Walmart stores.

Avery Dennison Joins the Sustainable Apparel Coalition

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

The company is the first solutions provider to join the fledgling organization that aims to create a universal index for sustainability practices.

Coca-Cola Details Carbon and Water Footprint Reductions

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 EDT

The beverage giant invested $23 million on carbon reduction projects, including solar panels installed on the roof of a Belgium distribution center and three U.K. sites.