Focus On - Sustainability

889 However, sustainability has never been more important, and even small, low-cost actions can make a meaningful impact. Here are some simple steps to help you get started. ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND WASTE MANAGEMENT Assess your store’s energy efficiency levels and identify where you could make improvements. Energy Efficiency Install chillers with doors to increase energy efficiency, along with LED lighting to help reduce overall energy consumption. Use time switches on chillers containing non-perishable food and drink to turn them off outside working hours, where it is safe to do so. Look at introducing motion sensors on lights in areas of the store that aren’t being regularly used, such as stock rooms, to help reduce energy use and bills. While 77% of retailers recognise that running a sustainable business is the right thing to do, it can be challenging. 77%