Manomet’s Grocery Stewardship Certification program and the Retail Learning Institute announce strategic alliance
Partnership will develop online courses to help grocers be more energy and resource efficient Manomet’s Grocery Stewardship Program (GSC) and Retail Learning Institute (RLI) today announce a new partnership to deliver sustainability-focused online courses to the grocery industry. The free online courses will be focused on delivering low or no-cost operational actions that grocery store […]
Read moreWhole Foods Market stores become first in Florida to be certified by Manomet’s Grocery Stewardship Certification
All 28 Whole Foods Market Florida stores achieve certification and authenticate their commitment to sustainability Fort Lauderdale, FL – July 12, 2018 Manomet and Whole Foods Market announced today that all 28 Florida Whole Foods Market stores have been certified by Manomet’s Grocery Stewardship Certification (GSC) program. The GSC works with grocers to engage employees […]
Read more84 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 moreFRESH Coalition moving forward
With nearly $600 billion in revenue and over 36,000 stores across the country, supermarkets constitute the largest and most impactful business sector when it comes to creating a future that is environmental sustainable and socially responsible. To help transform food retailers into sustainability champions, Manomet collaborated with a group of grocery store sustainability managers, government […]
Read moreSafeway Becomes First Food Retailer in California to Enroll in Manomet’s Grocery Stewardship Certification
Tuesday, June 27, 2017 – Safeway announced today that 11 grocery stores in Northern California have joined Manomet’s Grocery Stewardship Certification (GSC) program. These are the first stores in California to pilot this sustainability program. Enrollment in the GSC recognizes the company’s commitment to incorporating operational sustainability best practices in stores, reducing its environmental impact and saving resources. “Safeway […]
Read moreGrocers Cut Waste, But Does It Earn Them Customers?
This article was written by Lori Valigra and originally published by Mainebiz June 26, 2017. See the original article here. Environmental scientist Peter Cooke nods approvingly as he browses the aisles of Freeport’s Bow Street Market with the store’s general manager, Jim Frey, pointing to the community bulletin board and seating area by the front door, the […]
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 moreGiant Eagle committed to excellence in operational sustainability
Giant Eagle certifies stores in Manomet’s Grocery Stewardship Certification Manomet is proud to announce that Giant Eagle has achieved chain-wide recognition for their implementation of the Grocery Stewardship Certification (GSC) program. The GSC recognizes the company’s commitment to incorporating operational sustainability best practices in stores, reducing its environmental impact and saving resources. The certification is […]
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: Refrigerated Cases
Freezes and coolers with doors keeps products fresher longer and slashes energy bills. These doors are often removable, allowing stores to customize the display during times of high traffic, like holidays. Leaving these freezers and coolers uncovered can lead to some expensive results. Products in open, uncovered coffin/bunker style freezers and coolers are more likely to […]
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- 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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