May 4, 2010
JCPenney to Reduce Energy Use 20% by 2015
JC Penney has committed to reduce energy consumption 20 percent per gross square foot by 2015 by increasing energy-efficiency improvements and implementing conservation practices, according to the company’s 2009 Corporate Social Responsibility Report. In 2009, the retailer prevented about 80 million pounds of greenhouse gas emissions thanks to its energy-efficiency measures.
The retailer has invested more than $10 million in 2009 to install advanced metering technology, lighting retrofits and high-efficiency HVAC systems in stores across the country.
JCPenney was the first retailer to earn the Energy Star Award for….
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Concerns regarding the state of the environment, increased U.S. dependence on foreign oil imports and the need to diversify the country’s energy resources have led to increased research in developing more energy efficient ways to produce power. Encouraging both energy efficiency and conservation will not only protect the environment, but promote national energy security, save consumers money and strengthen the economy. Good to see JcPenny is doing its part as well!
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CEA | May 5th, 2010