Deoleo, an olive oil producer and maker of brands such as Bertolli, has released its 2024 Sustainability Report, reinforcing its commitment to environmental, social and governance excellence across the global olive oil sector. Deoleo is the first company in the olive oil industry to publish a report aligned with the European Union’s new Corporate Sustainability […]
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FMI Becomes First Trade Association To Join U.S. Food Waste Pact
FMI – The Food Industry Association is the first trade organization to join the U.S. Food Waste Pact, the national voluntary agreement focused on reducing food waste in the U.S., co-led by nonprofits ReFED and World Wildlife Fund. FMI joins 20 other companies and organizations that have signed onto the pact, which utilizes the “Target, […]
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Kind Snacks Introduces Fully Recyclable Paper Wrapper
Kind Snacks has introduced a curbside recyclable paper wrapper pilot program in the U.S. The innovation marks a significant step in achieving a recycle-ready wrapper for the bars category while the brand continues to make progress toward its goal of ensuring all packaging is designed for recyclability by 2030. Made with pulpable paper, Kind’s pilot […]
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Effective Resource Management Strategies For Cutting Costs, Driving Profits
The most important business in every community is the local grocery store. It is the most visited. It is where the most money is spent, outside of housing and transportation. It supplies more than two-thirds of calories consumed. During the pandemic, the industry had record profit margins. From 2020-22, profit margins averaged 2.73 percent, reaching […]
Posted inSustainability News, News, Northeast
Giant Eagle Advances Sustainability Efforts With Zero Waste Milestone
Giant Eagle Inc. has reached zero waste status across its nine warehouse and manufacturing sites, implementing environmentally-friendly waste-reducing practices across more than 2.7 million square feet in total. The warehouse and manufacturing site milestone is a notable step toward Giant Eagle’s goal to achieve zero waste companywide by 2030. As it tracks its progress, the […]
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Flashfood Appoints Schenck As CEO
Flashfood has appointed Jordan Schenck as its new CEO, succeeding Nicholas Bertram, who will remain on the board of directors. Schenck has served as Flashfood’s president and chief operating officer since October 2024. This transition comes at a pivotal time in Flashfood’s growth trajectory. The company has added more than 1,000 doors and experienced 200 […]
Posted inSustainability News, News, Southwest
Coca-Cola Adds AI-Powered Recycling Bins At DFW Airport
Arca Continental Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages (CCSWB), the local Coca-Cola bottler serving Texas and parts of Oklahoma, New Mexico and Arkansas, has teamed up with Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to introduce a sustainability program centered around AI-powered recycling bins. This collaboration has led to the installation of four AI-powered recycling bins equipped with artificial […]
Posted inSustainability News, Meijer, Midwest
Meijer Brings Back Baby Gear Recycling Event
Meijer is bringing back its Baby Gear Recycling event, offering customers the opportunity to drop off unneeded, expired or damaged baby items, including car seats and strollers, May 4-17, for a redeemable mPerks code. The retailer had a successful first event last fall, during which more than 13 tons of gear was recycled, equating to […]
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Report Reveals New Insights Into Consumer Priorities At Grocery Store
The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) has released poll data revealing how Americans are balancing the rising cost of living while keeping the health of the planet top of mind. The poll demonstrated some concern for the environment with grocery planning but reveals there is significant room for growth. Global food production has a major impact […]
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Target Offers Sustainable Wine In Paper Bottles
The Target Corporation is the first major U.S. supermarket retailer to commission a range of sustainable wines in low carbon paper bottles that will save the equivalent of nearly 100 tons of carbon dioxide. The Collective Good wine range, which is bottled exclusively in the paper Frugal Bottle, has a Red Blend, a Sauvignon Blanc, […]
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H-E-B Gives Away 274K Reusable Bags For Earth Day
As part of its annual Earth Day celebration, H-E-B gave away 274,000 reusable bags to customers across Texas. Beginning at 8 a.m. April 22, shoppers who visited any H-E-B, Central Market, Joe V’s Smart Shop and Mi Tienda in Texas were eligible to receive a bag. Since 2008, H-E-B has given out more than 3.2 […]
Posted inSustainability News, News, Northeast, ShopRite, Wakefern
Wakefern, ShopRite Partner For Earth Day Cleanup At NJ Park
About 50 volunteers from supermarket cooperative Wakefern Food Corp. and the ShopRite in Old Bridge, New Jersey, cleared about 30 bags of litter and debris from Old Bridge Waterfront Park on Earth Day, April 22. Wakefern volunteers who collected nearly 400 pounds of trash from the park during an Earth Month volunteer day last year […]
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Southeastern Grocers Releases Annual Impact Report
Southeastern Grocers released its 2024 Impact Report to coincide with Earth Day on April 22. In addition, the grocer supported local conservation efforts through financial donations and volunteer opportunities for employees at nine Earth Month events in partnership with organizations across its five-state footprint. Southeastern Grocers’ annual report highlights its accomplishments over the last year […]
Posted inSustainability News, Midwest, SpartanNash
SpartanNash Commemorates Earth Day With Accessibility Ramp Build Event
SpartanNash has partnered with Home Repair Services and Trex Co. in honor of Earth Day, transforming plastic grocery bags recycled at company-operated stores into accessibility ramps for veterans in need. “By upcycling returned plastic bags into accessibility ramps for veterans, we are giving the gift of mobility in a sustainable, eco-friendly way,” said SpartanNash Chief […]
Posted inSustainability News, Natural Grocers, News, Southwest
Natural Grocers Commemorates Earth Day With Deals, Sweepstakes
Lakewood, Colorado-based Natural Grocers is celebrating Earth Day with special savings, giveaways and educational efforts. Each year, the company showcases environmentally conscious products and practices and hosts a special fundraiser throughout April to bring awareness to the importance of a healthy planet. The company’s month-long Earth Day celebration culminates with three days of Earth Day […]
Posted inSustainability News, Publix Super Markets, Southeast
Publix Promotes Commitment To Sustainability
Publix is sharing its commitment to sustainability as the U.S. celebrates Earth Month and Earth Day on April 22. Being a good steward of the environment is ingrained in the culture of the Lakeland, Florida-based company, as it touches on two cornerstones of its mission: responsibility to communities and not tolerating waste. “Our commitment to […]
Posted inSustainability News, New Seasons Market, News, West
New Seasons Market Begins Earth Month Donation Campaign
In observance of Earth Month in April, New Seasons Market has begun its “Growing Better Together: 1% for Soil Health” campaign. The grocer is collaborating with more than 50 like-minded brands to contribute 1 percent of sales to support Zero Foodprint, a nonprofit that works with farmers to implement regenerative farming practices that restore soil health, […]
Posted inSustainability News, News, Northeast, ShopRite
ShopRite Launches Earth Month Challenge To Promote Sustainability
ShopRite is celebrating Earth Month in April by introducing an “Earth Month Challenge” for stores, encouraging employees to explore new ways to reduce their location’s environmental impact and increase sustainability. The top three ShopRite stores that take the most actionable steps to reduce their environmental impact will be recognized with special celebrations. According to ShopRite, […]
Posted inSustainability News, News, Southeast
Dole Expands Plastic Waste Reduction In Banana, Pineapple Operations
In order to reduce plastic waste, Dole Food Co. is expanding its commercial use of Oxifilm, a macro-perforated, 100-percent recyclable stretch film, across its banana and pineapple operations in Latin America. The expansion – set for late April – will further replace use of corner boards, straps and clamps from the palletization process, eliminating about […]
Posted inSustainability News, News, West
Pulmuone Celebrates Earth Month With Limited-Edition Packaging
Pulmuone is celebrating Earth Month with the launch of limited-edition packaging designs, appearing on tofu products nationwide throughout April. Pulmuone’s limited-time packaging is returning for the second year in a row, this year with bright illustrations that highlight the beauty of nature and showcase greener habits – from planting trees and enjoying outdoor activities to […]