ENERGY/HVAC

Stop & Shop deploys new solution to protect stores during power outages

Stop & Shop is deploying fuel cell technology that will reduce its environmental footprint while keeping stores open even during a power outage.

Sally Beauty prepares for a green New Year

A leading specialty beauty retailer is putting environmental consciousness on its list of New Year’s resolutions.

Ralph Lauren commits to 100% renewable energy

Ralph Lauren Corp. is going green. The company announced a series of sustainability pledges, including a commitment to power all of its globally owned and operated stores, distribution centers and and offices with 100% renewable electricity by 2025.

Amazon shines light on three new global solar projects

An e-tail giant is investing in solar farms in Illinois, Virginia, and Spain. Amazon’s newest renewable energy solar projects in the U.S. will be located in Lee County, Illinois and in northern Virginia.

Target in energy milestone — ahead of schedule

Target Corp. is celebrating a sustainability milestone.

Ikea’s transformation plans include brick-and-mortar

Ikea is preparing for an omnichannel future that will blend digital and physical customer interactions.

REI piloting used-gear buy back program as part of ambitious sustainability move

REI will once again shut down its operations on Black Friday. But the co-op is framing the action as part of a much wider effort.

McDonald’s USA in energy first

A fast-food giant is adding renewable energy to the grid.

Walmart in unique, multi-energy agreement

Walmart is expanding its sourcing from wind energy projects in two different energy markets.

Amazon powers up three new renewable energy projects

Amazon is investing in solar and wind farms in the U.S. and U.K.

Kohl’s to increase use of renewable energy

Kohl’s unveiled a number of initiatives focused on long-term sustainability.

Starbucks ups local renewable energy commitment

Starbucks Corp. is sourcing more of its green energy locally.

Kroger in largest solar energy project yet

The Kroger Co. continues to invest in solar energy.

Gap Inc. in big renewable energy deal

Gap Inc. has entered into one of the largest offsite renewable energy contracts by an apparel retailer to date — one that addresses the specific needs of its leased sites.