Sam’s Club Is First National Retailer To Use On-Site Wind-Generated Electricity
As part of a company commitment to be supplied 100% by renewable energy, Sam’s Club is the first retailer in the U.S. to install a significant number of micro wind turbines mounted on parking lot light poles to support the energy needs of its Palmdale, Calif., location.
The Palmdale Sam’s Club was selected for the test project among all Walmart-owned properties because of the great wind resources in the area.
The micro wind turbines at the Palmdale Sam’s Club are estimated to provide 76,000 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of energy annually - enough to power more than six average American homes for a year.
Envision Solar Launches Initiative For Quick Service Restaurants
Envision Solar International has launched its Quick Service Restaurant (QSRs) initiative featuring Solar Groves® solar parking arrays and CleanCharge™ solar charging stations for parking lots. CleanCharge is the first initiative to bring shade, clean solar energy and electric vehicle charging stations to QSR parking lots.
The Envision Solar CleanCharge vehicle charging system provides restaurants with a Solar Grove, - an array of Solar Trees® - equipped with an electric vehicle and hybrid electric vehicle charging station. The Solar Trees provide shade for diners' vehicles, while simultaneously allowing the restaurant to offset some of its energy usage through the grid-connected solar system. The CleanCharge solar-to-electric vehicle charging station also allows customers to recharge plug-in electric and hybrid vehicles while they dine.
Target Launches Recycling Stations In All Stores
Target has launched permanent community recycling stations in all 1,740 stores. Located at the front of each store, the recycling stations offer guests a convenient way to recycle aluminum, glass and plastic beverage containers, plastic bags, MP3 players, cell phones and ink cartridges.
“We know that eco-friendly living is top-of-mind for our guests, and the launch of store recycling stations allows us to continue to partner with them to curb unnecessary waste in our stores and our communities,” said Shawn Gensch, VP, Brand Marketing, Target. “Target is committed to the preservation of the environment and to giving our guests eco-friendly options that will help them live more sustainably.”
Target has also launched an eco-boutique featuring eco-minded brands with products such as non-toxic cleaners, energy-saving appliances and products made of recycled materials.
PUMA Launches Sustainability Program
PUMA has introduced a cutting-edge sustainable packaging and distribution system developed by renowned industrial designer Yves Behar, setting new standards within the Sportlifestyle retail industry. The new solution will significantly reduce the amount of waste and CO2 emissions that traditional product packaging such as shoe-boxes and apparel polyethylene bags generate and underpins PUMA’s target of reducing carbon, energy, water, and waste by 25%, and developing 50% of its international product collections in footwear, apparel and accessories according to best practice sustainability standards by 2015.
New Weather-Based Technology Helps Reduce Water Use
Rain Bird is changing the way homeowners water their landscapes with technology-infused irrigation products designed to save water by automatically adjusting the schedule and amount of water needed according to changing weather conditions. From weather-based smart controllers to moisture sensors that deliver information on soil condition, each is designed to help homeowners cut outdoor water use by up to 70%.
Tendril Vision Launches In-Home Energy Display
Tendril has introduced the Tendril Vision, which allows people to link directly with their utility to get real-time information about their energy use and cost. This provides opportunities for utility customers to reduce their consumption by an average of 10-15%, according to Tendril CEO Adrian Tuck.
“For the first time, people at home can receive real-time information through a highly intuitive device. It allows them to take an active role in how much energy they use in order to change their behavior and see immediate results,” Tuck said.
Category: Permanent Displays
Display Producer: Ryan Scott Inc.
4190 Piedmont Pkwy.,Greensboro, NC 27410
Keen is using this display to promote its socks at the point-of-purchase. The eco-friendly display cleverly communicates that Keen’s socks are designed with a right and left sock for a better fit. The display is designed to be environmentally-friendly to support Keen’s brand positioning.
Harbor Industries, Inc. created this New Leaf Candle Display, an environmentally friendly unit created to promote Candle-Lite's eco-friendly New Leaf scented candles. The display is made of unfinished medium density fiberboard which is CARB Phase l compliant. The unit uses biscuits made of 100% recycled hardwood and water soluble glue. The graphics are digitally printed on "Green to the Core", a greener alternative, earth friendly, biodegradable rigid media. The display ships knocked down to minimize its carbon footprint. The display is designed to be100% recyclable at end of life. For more information, contact Harbor Industries, 14130 172nd Street, Grand Haven, MI 49417.
(Web site) www.harbor-ind.com
Decorative Panels International, Inc. offers GreenCore Rigid Print Media(RPM), a two-sided hard board with ultra smooth surfaces for exceptional digital and screen print reproduction. It is available in l/8" and l/4" thicknesses. RPM is formed using a combination of heat and pressure, free of petroleum by products and added urea formaldehyde. It comes coated white on one or both sides in 4' x 8' sheets, making it a preferred choice for large format printers. It is environmentally friendly and also PSC certified, naturally bonded and biodegradable. For more information, contact Decorative Panels International, 2900 Hill Avenue, Toledo, OH 43607. (Web site) www.decpanels.com
Alluma Tech has been awarded a U.S. patent for its Lite Tech LED product line. This innovation results in brilliant vibrant illumination, longer life LED's and more cost effective fabrication. The patent recognizes Lite Tech's industry innovation by using its metal housing, lower watt LED's and point to point soldering to dissipate heat resulting in a longer LED lifespan. Lite Tech is the only LED brand utilizing phosphor enhanced graphic decorating to achieve brightness with lower wattage LED's. Lite Tech's patent raises the bar for illuminated POP branding. LED signs can now be manufactured in smaller budget quantities, in shorter lead times and without costly injection molds. Reduced packaging/shipping costs along with 80% less power consumption are significant "Green" environmental considerations for Brand Marketers. For more information, Alluma Tech, 6658 W. Robinwood Lane, Franklin, WI 53132. (Web site) www.allumatech.com
Midway Displays offers a flexible component system for hook & rotor displays developed for maximum merchandising options. Midway's exclusive nesting base system and patented Clipper "Snap Rack" Displays have been developed to knock-down and pack smaller, making shipping more energy efficient. For more information, contact Midway Displays, Inc., 6554 S.Austin Avenue, Bedford Park, IL 60838. (Web site) www.midwaydisplays.com
Flair Display Inc. recently created this Crop Eco-Friendly Green Floor Display. It features no formaldehyde added MDF which is recyclable and safe in landfills. The unit offers shelf space and header for brand identity. Graphics are also provided on the sides and front of the display. For more information, contact Flair Display Inc., 3920 Merrit Avenue, Bronx, NY 10466. (Web site) www.flairdisplay.com"
MasonWays Indestructible Plastics offers its "Mobile Shelf Merchandiser" a fixture which may be used for spot placement throughout the store. The display is manufactured using Recyclable, Eco-Friendly plastics. For more information, contact MasonWays Indestructible Plastics LLC, 580 Village Blvd. #330, West Palm Beach, FL 33409. (Web site) www.masonways.com
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