Sustainable Practices
We constantly examine our stores, warehouses, and offices for ways to improve our processes. From our energy-saving efforts and water conservation initiatives to our recycling and landfill diversion programs, sustainable practices are an established part of our business.
Water stewardship.
Food waste diversion.
Fuel conservation.
Efficient technologies.
What happens to my plastic bags?
The recycling bins in front of our stores aren’t the end for plastic bags—they’re just the beginning. Follow the recycling journey of plastic bags from our recycling bins to the recycler’s manufacturing facility where they’re processed into pellets that can be made into fencing, benches, and more.
Water conservation.
We are committed to conserving water throughout our operations. Through innovative projects, improved cleaning techniques, and proactive leak detection, we save millions of gallons of water each year.
Greenhouse gas reduction.
We conduct yearly greenhouse gas inventory by collecting information on our total building space, energy usage, amount and type of refrigerants used, gallons of fuel, and more. Since conducting our baseline greenhouse gas inventory in 2007, we’ve added more than 19 million square feet to our overall operation. Concurrently, our carbon emissions per square foot have decreased by 32.9%.
Product & packaging improvements.
Green isn’t just our brand color. We are committed to conserving resources including reducing the use of cardboard, paper, and plastic in our products, processes, and packaging.
Making recycling convenient.
We make it easy for our customers to recycle by providing storefront recycling bins that accept many types of plastic, paper, and foam products. Along with our own award-winning program, together we can help keep more items out of landfills and the environment.
Corporate Social Responsibility Report.
We believe in making responsible choices that positively affect our planet and communities. Download and view the full report below.