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January 10, 2013
E-World Online and Costco partner on program to reduce waste

Consumer electronics recycler E-World Online said that it has teamed with Costco Wholesale Corp. on the launch of a national program to make managing merchandise returns more sustainable.

Vista, Calif. -- Consumer electronics recycler E-World Online said Wednesday that it has teamed with Costco Wholesale Corp. on the launch of a national program to make managing merchandise returns more sustainable.

E-World Online’s Retail Return Program will track returned merchandise and find markets for reusable or recyclable products. Costco has implemented, trained and deployed E-World Online’s RRP program in all of its U.S. warehouses, making it the largest such retail return program, according to E-World Online.

July 25, 2012
Two R.I. Shaw's stores achieve zero-waste landmark

Supervalu banner Shaw's announced that two of its Rhode Island locations diverted more than 90% of store waste from local landfills as part of the company's zero-waste program.

West Bridgewater, Mass. -- Supervalu banner Shaw's announced that two of its Rhode Island locations diverted more than 90% of store waste from local landfills as part of the company's zero-waste program.

Shaw's said its Barrington and Cranston stores achieved total waste diversion of 90.76% and 90.81%, respectively. In addition to the two new zero-waste stores in Rhode Island, the Shaw's Lancaster, N.H., store also is one of the newest to join the zero-waste program, bringing the company total to eight.

April 20, 2012
Ann Inc. launches program to donate fixtures and marketing items to charities

Ann Inc., the parent company of Ann Taylor and Loft, announced the launch of AnnCares360, a program in partnership with Good360, a nonprofit leader in product philanthropy.

New York -- Ann Inc., the parent company of Ann Taylor and Loft, announced the launch of AnnCares360, a program in partnership with Good360, a nonprofit leader in product philanthropy. The program will facilitate the donation of available displays, marketing items, and fixtures to local charities that support women and children.

April 20, 2012
Five Shaw’s Supermarkets reach waste milestone

Five Shaw’s Supermarkets in Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont, have reached a major environmental milestone in the company’s “zero waste” program by diverting over 90% of all store waste from local landfills.

West Bridgewater, Mass. -- Five Shaw’s Supermarkets in Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont, have reached a major environmental milestone in the company’s “zero waste” program by diverting over 90% of all store waste from local landfills.

The environmental impact of the five stores has been significant:

April 18, 2012
Waste reduction, recycling efforts returns $231 million to Wal-Mart bottom line

Wal-Mart Stores’ efforts to reduce waste and boost recycling added $231 million to its bottom line last year, company CFO Charles Holley said at the chain’s 2012 Global Sustainability Milestone Meeting.

Bentonville, Ark. -- Wal-Mart Stores’ efforts to reduce waste and boost recycling added $231 million to its bottom line last year, company CFO Charles Holley said at the chain’s 2012 Global Sustainability Milestone Meeting.

Other speakers at the event, which was web cast live, included Mike Duke, president and CEO, Walmart; Doug McMillon, president and CEO, Walmart International; and Bill Simon, president and CEO, Walmart U.S.
 

March 24, 2011
Walmart reduces waste sent to landfills by 80% in California

A comprehensive waste reduction program has resulted in Walmart eliminating more than 80% of the waste that would go to landfills from its operations in California.

Bentonville, Ark. -- A comprehensive waste reduction program has resulted in Walmart eliminating more than 80% of the waste that would go to landfills from its operations in California. Walmart’s results exceed both the national average landfill diversion rate of 45% and the California rate of 65%. The program is now being implemented across all of the company’s 4,400 U.S. locations, including Sam’s Club units and distribution centers.

March 8, 2011
Retail Orphan Initiative announces computer recycling program for retailers

The Retail Orphan Initiative (RetailROI) announced that it has created a computer recycling program in partnership with the GEAR Foundation.

Nashville, Tenn. -- The Retail Orphan Initiative (RetailROI) announced that it has created a computer recycling program in partnership with the GEAR Foundation. The program, which recycles retailers’ computers that are less than four years old and have expired warranties, will immediately create jobs for physically and mentally challenged young adults as the computers are erased, refurbished, and resold.

December 3, 2010
The District at Tustin Legacy wins waste reduction award

The District at Tustin Legacy, a 1 million-sq.-ft. lifestyle and entertainment center located in Orange County, Calif., has been awarded the 2010 CalRecycle Waste Reduction Award for being a regional leader in recycling and waste reduction.

Orange County, Calif. -- The District at Tustin Legacy, a 1 million-sq.-ft. lifestyle and entertainment center located in Orange County, Calif., has been awarded the 2010 CalRecycle Waste Reduction Award for being a regional leader in recycling and waste reduction. 

December 1, 2010
Stater Bros. honored for recycling efforts

Stater Bros. has been recognized as a 2010 WRAP (Waste Reduction Awards Program) Winner by the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle).

San Bernardino, Calif.  -- Stater Bros. has been recognized as a 2010 WRAP (Waste Reduction Awards Program) Winner by the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle). Among the supermarket operator’s accomplishments: a “green waste” composting program that turns organic waste from its 167 locations into compost that is sold to area farmers

November 30, 2010
Two Albertson’s stores diverting nearly all waste

SuperValu, which owns Albertson’s, said Tuesday that two Albertson’s locations in Santa Barbara, Calif., have achieved zero waste classification in their daily operations.

Santa Barbara, Calif. - SuperValu, which owns Albertson’s, said Tuesday that two Albertson’s locations in Santa Barbara, Calif., have achieved zero waste classification in their daily operations.

November 18, 2010
Report: Retailers continue to invest in green

Retailers are continuing to invest in sustainability initiatives, even during tough economic times, according to a new report by RSR Research entitled "Lean and Green: Sustainable Practices Are Changing Retail, Benchmark 2010.”

Miami -- Retailers are continuing to invest in sustainability initiatives, even during tough economic times, according to a new report by RSR Research entitled "Lean and Green: Sustainable Practices Are Changing Retail, Benchmark 2010.”

October 31, 2010
Sorting Through the Trash

Looking to expand your recycling efforts and lower your waste disposal bill? Industry and...

August 24, 2010
Target boosting electronic offerings with help, services

Target announced it is adding several services for electronics shoppers, including free telephone technical support...

March 23, 2010
Kohl’s honored by EPA for commitment to reducing waste

Kohl’s Department Stores has received a Gold Achievement Award for Green Purchasing from the U.S....

January 22, 2009
Best Buy Expands Recycling Initiative

Best Buy Co. will bring its electronics recycling program Feb. 15 to all of its...

December 14, 2008
Compacted Trash Costs

Until a recent change in operations, Jack in the Box had a veritable recipe...

December 14, 2008
Compacted Trash Costs

Until a recent change in operations, Jack in the Box had a veritable recipe for...

August 31, 2008
Best Buy and AAFES Detail Green Building Plans

Daylight harvesting, dimmable lighting with ceramic metal-halide high-bay fixtures, white roofs, high-efficiency HVAC units...

August 31, 2008
Focus on Recycling

Rising concern about the environment and global warming has put an increased focus on...

June 1, 2008
Best Buy Testing Free E-Waste Recycling Program

Best Buy Co. is testing a free program that will offer consumers a way to...

April 29, 2008
Sam's Club Starts Online Electronics Recycling Program

Sam's Club warehouse stores are starting a new online recycling program for electronics. Under the...

September 30, 2007
Green is the New Color that Leads to Black Ink

Kermit the Frog’s...