84 Sprouts Farmers Markets receive Manomet’s Grocery Stewardship Certification
Eighty-four Sprouts Farmers Market grocery stores in Texas, Colorado, Utah and Arizona have been awarded Manomet’s Grocery Stewardship Certification (GSC). The GSC recognizes Sprouts’ commitment to operational best practices that reduce a store’s environmental impact and save resources. The certification is the latest sustainability milestone for Sprouts, one of the fastest-growing retailers in the country. […]
Read moreShopRite “goes green”-er
ShopRite of Greater Morristown and ShopRite of Livingston are taking their sustainability commitment to the next level this month in honor of Earth Day. Earlier this month, both stores unveiled new waste and recycling systems that leverage technology to act like smart trash cans. The solar powered trash and recycling system, also known as a […]
Read moreThe Good, the Bad and the Ugly: Stormwater runoff
Spring is here and with it comes lots of melting snow and rain. This is the perfect time of year to check your storm drains in your parking lots and other retail property. Storm drains are a huge source of water pollution in the United States. Stormwater runoff occurs when precipitation from rain or snowmelt […]
Read moreGSC Program Manager Peter Cooke featured in Hannaford Fresh Magazine
GSC Program Manager Peter Cooke explains why sustainability matters at the grocery store-and how you can take part. This article was written by Julia Rappaport and originally published in the March/April Fresh Magazine. See the original article here.
Read moreThe Good, the Bad and the Ugly: Food Waste
It’s the holiday season, and with that comes a burst in food retail sales as consumers celebrate in delicious traditions. However, in the decadent holiday spirit, this time of year provides an even stronger argument for trimming on costs and maximizing the boost in sales, as well as leading by example in our efforts to […]
Read moreThe Good, the Bad and the Ugly: Cleaning Products
When grocery stores use third-party certified green cleaning chemicals, they are actively announcing their commitment to the health and well-being of their employees and customers. Ensuring a safe and healthy work environment not only is a morally sound practice, it also can help minimize sick days as traditional chemicals are linked to numerous health risks. […]
Read moreThe Good, the Bad and the Ugly: Regulated Waste
Improper handling of waste can have very costly impacts for food retailers. Best practices to implement include setting up distinct collection sites and a corresponding organization system for stores to temporarily store regulated waste streams before they are sent back to the DC for processing or waste vendors. After assessing nearly 700 grocery stores through the […]
Read moreThe high cost of noncompliance for food retailers
Retail facility managers face many challenges in their work. They must utilize their resources efficiently while spending the least amount of money, all with fewer and fewer resources. As they struggle to balance an increasing amount of priorities, failing to keep up and remain compliant with the expanding number of environmental regulations can be a […]
Read moreGrocery Stewardship Certification program helps students understand the environmental impact of grocery stores
Students in Manomet Councilor Deb Harrison’s AP Environmental Science class at Noble and Greenough school in Dedham, MA are using the Grocery Stewardship Certification (GSC) as the basis for a lesson on environmental impact and business sustainability. Students visited several local supermarkets and walked through the public areas of the store to assess how the […]
Read moreThe Good, the Bad and the Ugly: Recycling Cardboard
Food retailers generate large amounts of recyclable materials, like corrugated cardboard. Recycling cardboard not only trims on waste hauling costs but it generates significant revenue for a grocery chain, up into the millions of dollars with diligent recycling methods. We’ve seen many retailers where proper employee training and clear signage promoting recycling can make a big […]
Read moreLatest Posts
- Manomet Certifies 45 Northern California Whole Foods Market Stores Through its Grocery Stewardship Certification Program
- Manomet’s Grocery Stewardship Certification program and the Retail Learning Institute announce strategic alliance
- Whole Foods Market stores become first in Florida to be certified by Manomet’s Grocery Stewardship Certification
- 84 Sprouts Farmers Markets receive Manomet’s Grocery Stewardship Certification
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