Shop green? Global survey lists top eco-friendly retailers

ABS-CBN news Nov 24, 2009 SYDNEY - Eco-friendly managers and staff are the key to making a retailer go green, according to a study listing 15 of the world's top eco-friendly retailers in Europe, North America, Asia and Australia.  Researchers in Canada, Scotland, Japan, Spain and France interviewed 200 retailers to look at best environmental practices and help the industry in adopting sustainable practices that can also enhance their bottom line.

Eco-Friendly Shops
Mountain Equipment Co-opCanadaSells gear for climbing, water sports, cycling, snow sports, hiking, and camping
IKEA CanadaCanadaSells home furnishings and accessories
Walmart CanadaCanadaDiscount department stores selling apparel, electronics, furniture, sports equipment, toys, jewelry, and food
Home Depot CanadaCanadaRetailer of homebuilding or construction products and services, home appliances, and tools
H-E-B (short for Here, Everything is Better)United StatesSells fresh meat, produce, seafood, and other grocery selections
LUSHBritainFresh, handmade natural cosmetics like soaps, shampoo, and other bath products
Marks & SpencerBritainClothing, furniture, homeware, flowers, gifts, wine, and snacks
Alliance BootsBritainPharmaceutical wholesaler selling skincare products, herbal products, healthcare items, and cosmetics
MonsoonBritainMonsoon Stores Ltd sells fashion accessories, lingerie, children's wear, and home accessories
TescoBritainInternational grocery and general merchandising retail chain for food and non-food products
Musgrave GroupIrelandFood wholesaler
MonoprixFranceFrench supermarket chain selling both food and non-food items
CarrefourFranceFrench hypermarket chain selling both food and non-food items
AeonHong KongRetailer of food, fashion, household, and electrical merchandise
WoolworthsAustraliaSupermarket and retail chain that sells fresh food, apparel, and homeware products

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