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Committed to Sustainable Practices for an Eco-Friendly Environment

Retail Resource takes our commitment to full service very seriously, and part of that commitment is servicing the environment and community. From our products to our operations, Retail Resource actively maintains 5 key commitments:

 

1. Resources & Climate Conservation

• 30%+ of our energy comes from our solar roof
• 30% of water is saved through use of controlled faucets
• LED lighting
• Biodegradable cleaning
• HVAC units to improve air quality
• LEED (Leadership of Energy & Environment Design) certified
• 100% recyclable shipping cartons
• 80% of our waste is recycled

 

2. Sustainably Sourced Products

• Source Energy Star appliances designed to use less energy
• Eco-friendly, sustainable packaging that maximizes use of recycled materials

 

3. Environmentally Responsible Marketing

• Catalog printer awarded very first FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certification and uses pollution control to protect the environment
• Utilization of online or digital marketing, reducing use of paper

 

4. Smarter Logistics Marketing

• Carbon-neutral shipping program promotes reforestation
• Calculated CO2 emissions from our shipments are outnumbered by projects that reduce carbon footprint
• U.S. EPA SmartWay program participators (focus on fuel efficiency, emission control technologies and reducing greenhouse gas emissions)

 

5. Engaged Employees

• Equal Employment Opportunity
• Tobacco-free workplace
• Employee Wellness Program
• Exercise center and yoga available
• Health screenings available
• Work-Life Focus Group for employee ideas and input
• Paid IVT (Individual Volunteer Time)
• Constant work with charitable organizations

We are proud of our commitments and will continue strengthening and growing in order to better serve our environment. Please visit our website to learn more about our role and responsibilities to the community.

US EPA
Retail Resource's transportation providers participate in the U.S. EPA SmartWay program to promote cleaner shipping initiatives. SmartWay partners use fuel-efficiency, emission control technologies, policies and strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
carbon-neutral
Our carbon-neutral shipping program supports reforestation and renewable energy. CO2 produced in the shipment of Hubert products is calculated and offset by projects that reduce or remove carbon in the atmosphere.