Sustainability

‘Bring Your Own Bag’ pilots under way at over 150 stores in Denver, Tucson

By Russell Redman on May 02, 2023

Kroger, Dollar General, Target and CVS are among the chains promoting reusable shopping bag use via the Consortium to Reinvent the Retail Bag.

Ahold Delhaize USA looks to turn grocery plastic into new packaging

By Diane Adam on Apr. 28, 2023

The grocer's Food Lion banner worked ExxonMobil, Cyclyx International and Sealed Air on the successful pilot test of the new recycling program.

Kroger makes strides in recycling and upcycling

By Russell Redman on Apr. 28, 2023

Plastic packaging recycling partnership hits milestone; Simple Truth brand adds Upcycled Certified bread.

Wholesalers & Distributors

C&S Wholesale Grocers rolls ahead on ‘Green Path’ sustainability road map

By Russell Redman on Apr. 24, 2023

Update from distributor spotlights advances in greenhouse gas and waste reduction.

10 ways grocers are showing off their environmental friendliness for Earth Day 2023

By Heather Lalley on Apr. 20, 2023

From solar power to regenerative farming to recycling initiatives, food retailers such as Walmart, H-E-B, Albertsons and more are revisiting their sustainability goals.

Major retailers join reusable shopping bag pilots

By Russell Redman on Apr. 19, 2023

Kroger, Target, CVS, Dollar General and others to participate in “bring your own” and returnable bag tests with the Consortium to Reinvent the Retail Bag.

Loblaw begins rollout of battery-electric transport trucks

By Russell Redman on Apr. 17, 2023

First of five vehicles to supply Provigo, Provigo Le Marche and Maxi stores in greater Montreal from distribution center in Quebec.

Wholesalers & Distributors

UNFI goes bigger with solar on distribution center rooftop

By Timothy Inklebarger on Apr. 07, 2023

In addition to their solar sustainability efforts, UNFI plans to upgrade 33 distribution centers with LED energy-efficient lighting.

Walmart to add thousands of EV charging stations

By Timothy Inklebarger on Apr. 06, 2023

Rollout will grow network of more than 1,300 electric vehicle charging stations now available at more than 280 Walmart and Sam's Club stores.

Michigan AG to Kroger: Stores need clearer signage for caged-free eggs

By Russell Redman on Apr. 04, 2023

Letter to grocer cites research poll of Kroger customers indicating confusion over whether egg products are from caged chickens.

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Crime & Safety: When Prevention Isn't Enough

Crime & Safety: When Prevention Isn't Enough

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How to win in fresh in 2023: Forget one-size-fits-all

How to win in fresh in 2023: Forget one-size-fits-all

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