British Retail Consortium report shows progress towards carbon goals
The goal to cut energy-related emissions from buildings by 25% by 2013, accounting for growth, compared with 2005 levels is on target with reductions of 20% per square meter; and 3% in absolute terms.
The goal to reduce the total GHG emissions from supermarket refrigeration by 50% by 2013 relative to floor space (tonnes CO2e) is also on target, with progress made of a 37% reduction per square meter; which is 25% in absolute terms.
Even more encouraging, the goal to reduce energy-related carbon emissions reductions from store deliveries by 15% by 2013 compared with 2005 levels has been exceed by the end of 2011, with reductions of 23% relative to volume of goods transported; and 7% in absolute terms.
Caroline Spelman MP, Secretary of State for Environment, said "Retailers are uniquely placed to help consumers understand how their actions, behaviours and attitudes can make a real difference and support change. The On-Pack Recycling Label, WRAP’s Love Food Hate Waste initiative and the EU Energy Label scheme are some examples of where retailers have used their influence to help consumers make better environmental choice."
Stephen Robertson, Director General of the BRC said "Retailers are leading the way in improving resource efficiency while reducing environmental impact. Government support is crucial for business to make this change. Together, we can build a competitive and sustainable economy that continues to meet our customers’ needs in ways that improve, rather than degrade, our environment."
View the report here.
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