It’s the small actions that really add up. Our colleagues’ positive actions in-store, from turning off lights to switching off machines at night, have been crucial in helping us make significant savings for our customers.
Green buildings. Every new store and depot we build is more efficient and produces fewer carbon emissions than when we started our sustainability programme back in 2005.
A cuppa in Bootle. Our low carbon Bootle store makes the most of natural light, saving us enough energy to make 12,000 cups of tea a year.
Refrigerant gas leaks. In 2005 we pledged to reduce our 20% refrigerant leakage rate to 8% by 2015. Currently we average just 7.1%, meaning we have already reached our target three years ahead of plan.
Better choice. We’re producing more and more energy efficient products, like our energy efficient light bulbs, making the choice easier for you.
We’ve reduced carbon emissions by 21%* from existing stores, offices and depots.
Winner of the prestigious End User of the Year 2011 which reflects the massive progress that Asda has made regarding reducing refrigerant gas leaks. Our leakage rate now stands at an industry leading 7.1%. We will continue to maintain and improve on this reduction where possible.
We’ve achieved 40%* carbon reduction
Our eco-friendly store near Liverpool is 40% more energy efficient and emits 50% less carbon dioxide than a standard new build store.
We’ve achieved a 20%* reduction in carbon emissions from new depots by 2009.
In existing stores we are on target to reduce our energy consumption by 35%** by 2015.
We aim for new store carbon emissions to be reduced by 60%** in 2015.
We’re aiming for a 30%** reduction in carbon emissions by 2015.
At Asda, we’re saving energy, carbon and money by being more energy efficient across all our stores, depots and offices. None of this would be possible without the whole of the Asda team.
With over 180,000 colleagues across the business, every action, big or small, adds up to make a big difference.
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