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OFS furniture is eco-driven from tree to delivery

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The company also places an earth-friendly focus on packaging, using biodegradable foam that keeps furniture safe during shipping, yet reduces to 5% of its size once the unpacking is complete. To keep factory waste low, all excess wood chips are saved and stored to use for heat during the winter months. OFS Images via OFS.

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How To Create A Sustainability Plan: Executive Guide To Becoming A Sustainable Business – Step 4

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They should consider processes, materials, people, policies and projects related to energy, waste, buildings, products, packaging, supply chain, transportation, food, water, community and employee well being. Are there opportunities to improve energy efficiency and upgrade lighting, insulation, heating and cooling?

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Aldi trials all-electric refrigerated food supply trailer powered by its own wheels

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An all-electric refrigerated lorry trailer powered in part by kinetic electricity generated as the vehicle's wheels turn is currently being trialled by Aldi as part of the supermarket chain's efforts to decarbonise its food logistics operations.

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Retail Business Sustainability Guide: Retail Sustainability Initiatives and Trends

Green Business Bureau

Another vital initiative that will help your business become more energy efficient is the switching to US Energy Star rated equipment, which covers a wide range of appliances such as heat and cooling systems and computers. On top of this, 54% of consumers want schemes to remove plastic and packaging from the products they buy.

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