Ecocentricity Blog - November 2, 2015

Here is why I was as excited as every kid dressed up in a Halloween costume this past Saturday who realized the house on the corner was giving out king-size candy bars: this stadium is aiming to be the world’s first LEED® Platinum professional sports stadium. And I can take public transportation to it. Dang I live in a cool city.

First for Georgia: Solar Powered EV Station Unveiled at West Point Visitor Information Center

A sustainable first: Solar EV charging station connects Atlanta, GA and Montgomery, AL for EV drivers

Albertsons Companies Builds on Commitment to Source Sustainable Palm Oil

Palm oil is one of the most widely used vegetable oils, accounting for ~65% of all vegetable oil traded internationally. It can be found in thousands of products, from food items like baked goods and ice cream to personal care products such as cosmetics, shampoos and detergents. Palm oil is derived from the fruit of oil palm trees which are found in tropical regions such as Indonesia and Malaysia. However, oil palm plantations can also have adverse environmental impact such as destruction of tropical forests to plant oil palm trees, and social impacts that affect the health and well-being of the local people if not properly managed. This is why Albertsons Companies has made it a priority to source from suppliers that use certified sustainably sourced palm oil for its Own Brand products.

Albertsons Companies Celebrates Safeway's Year-end 2015 Commitment for Responsibly Sourced Seafood

We are proud to announce that as of year-end 2015, 77% of Safeway’s fresh and frozen seafood and 99% of private label frozen packaged seafood met our Responsible Sourcing Commitment. Since setting this ambitious goal in 2010, Safeway (including Carrs, Randalls, Tom Thumb, Vons, and Pavilions) has transitioned over 29 million pounds of seafood to environmentally responsible sources. To help reach this major milestone, we partnered with FishWise, an environmental non-profit that promotes the health and recovery of ocean ecosystems through environmentally and socially responsible business practices.

Celebrate Human Rights Day with a Cup of Fair Trade Certified O Organics Coffee

Human Rights Day is celebrated internationally each year on December 10th to commemorate the day in 1948 when the United Nations adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. This declaration was a milestone in recognizing fundamental human rights to be universally protected, such as the right to free choice of employment or the right to education. Why not celebrate Human Rights Day everyday by purchasing Fair Trade Certified products at your favorite local supermarket?

Join Albertsons Companies to Give the Gift of Food

The holidays are a special time of year for families to gather around a bountiful meal and celebrate their good fortune. However, the holidays can also be a particularly difficult time of year to experience food insecurity – that means not all household members know where their n

Sustainability is Part of our Culture

Salmon farming in British Columbia began three decades ago, and was developed by true pioneers who set a strong foundation of innovation and adaptation. Salmon farmers have always worked to grow healthy fish, and make improvements to ensure the long-term vibrancy of the ocean environment and marine wild species.

REI Skips Black Friday and Opts Outside

Last week, REI sent an email to its 5.5 million co-op members, notifying them that, for the first time, REI would be closing its doors on Black Friday. As part of the #OptOutside campaign, the outdoor retail giant will be closing all 143 locations and instead giving its employees a paid day off.

Honored by the Colorado Environmental Leadership Program

The state of Colorado, home to the Rocky Mountain Institute, has a decidedly green patina in the world of sustainability. Headquartered in Denver, Arrow Electronics proudly joins the ranks of environmental leaders, recently garnering the coveted “Gold Leader” status in the Colorado Environmental Leadership program.

Ghoulishly Green Halloween Entertaining Ideas

Planning a last-minute Halloween house party and need a lot of ideas with minimum environmental impact? TerraPass got you covered with easy tips and tricks to keep your guests on their toes and your carbon footprint in check. Read our blog for food, decor and eerie-tainment ideas!

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