- Home
- What...
What makes Watsons first Greener Store truly green
Watsons officially opened its first 'Greener Store' in San Pedro, Laguna, as part of its ongoing effort to set a new standard for eco-friendly retail in the Philippines.
One of the country's leading health, wellness, and beauty retailer, Watsons take pride in this pioneering project that utilize renewable energy, sustainable store materials, and energy-efficient appliances.
Additionally, the store's materials and fixtures adhere to greener building standards, earning certification from Pi Energy Inc. This ensures that the store's operations align with environmental standards, significantly reducing its carbon footprint.
"As a company with over 1000 stores across the country, we recognize that we have a commitment to influence our suppliers and our shoppers to become more sustainable in the way they consume products. As a retail company, we bring in a lot of products and so, it's important for us to find ways to integrate sustainability into our stores and operations," Alisandrea Coloma, Watsons senior manager for sustainability, shared on the sidelines of the store's opening.
Asked why they chose San Pablo as the location of their first Greener Store, the executive pointed to the city's strong commitment to sustainability.
"Even before we started building the store, San Pedro already has very strong sustainability and trash disposal programs. They've also been recognized as a 'Green City.' We wanted to be in a place that has a sustainability commitment so that we can contribute to their commitment as well," Coloma expounded.
Sustainable elements
Coloma then mentioned the other elements that make their store 'green.'
First is the use of renewable energy sources. The store is primarily powered by solar energy. By utilizing solar panels, the store saves approximately 7.5 tons of CO2 emissions annually, equivalent to the CO2 absorption of around 377 trees annually.
Moreover, marketing materials, including signages and displays, are crafted from Solidus material instead of the usual Sintra board containing PVC or plastic. The move reduces the materials' environmental impact. Additionally, all marketing materials are made from recycled paper and boards with FSC certification, ensuring they originate from responsibly managed forests. The store also utilizes wood for its display racks and fixtures, further enhancing its commitment to sustainability.
When it comes to appliances, Watsons Greener Store uses LED lights that do not contain toxic materials, are 100 percent recyclable, and reduce energy consumption by up to a third. Additionally, the store utilizes inverter air conditioners and refrigerators that consume 40 percent lesser energy than conventional units.
The store also carries a wide range of sustainable choices products that advocate "Clean Beauty," "Better Ingredients," "Refill Packs & Better Packaging" from responsibly-sourced materials.
"The sustainable choice area we have year is bigger than the usual area we have in existing stores. This is because we really want our customers to come in and see there are options for more sustainable items in Watsons. It's the first thing they will notice when they enter the store," Coloma said.
Next comes the refill station, Watsons' first outside Metro Manila. Here, customers can conveniently replenish their Naturals by Watsons bottles with their favorite body wash and shampoo variants. The store also sells refillable bottles with screw caps, allowing customers to save up to 40 percent compared to standard purchases.
"I also want to highlight our 'Recycle for Rewards' area here. This is something we always wanted to do and now there's a bin inside the stores. So, customers can come in, bring in their empty health and beauty bottles, and in return they get a reward."
Finally, the store encourages customers to bring reusable shopping bags and actively promotes waste reduction, segregation, and recycling.
The store opening was also attended by Watsons Director for Store Operations Jin Jimenez, alongside local government officials Laguna Governor Ramil Hernandez and San Pedro Mayor Art Francis Mercado.
In ending, Coloma said the Greener Store in San Pedro is only the first of many branches they hope to open.
"We want to roll this out to other stores across the country to bring the experience closer to our shoppers," Coloma ended.
- https://www.msn.com/en-ph/lifestyle/other/what-makes-watsons-first-greener-store-truly-green/ar-BB1p4BxM?ocid=00000000
Related
Acer Launches Next-Gen E-Bikes at Eurobike 2024
Acer unveils the new ebii elite, and fat tire Acer and Predator e-bikes with tracking technology, showcasing a diverse portfolio of e-mobility solutions Editor's Summary: New Acer ebii elite, Predator eNomad-R, and Acer eNomad-R ST e-bikes are designed for urban commuting versatility; eNomad series feature aluminum alloy frames, suspension fork design, and 20x4" fat tires that adapt to different types of riding surfaces. Enhanced safety and...
LifestyleToyota Three-Row Electric SUV: Everything We Know
Toyota showcased a “bZ large SUV” concept a few years ago. Rumors suggest that it could transform into a future bZ5x.
LifestyleCheap Eats: B1T1 Starbucks Coffee, 50% Off at Vikings + More Promos You Shouldn't Miss This Week
Check out our weekly roundup of promos and discounts!
LifestyleWattah Wattah Will No Longer Be a City-Wide Festival
After unruly celebrants caused a lot of damage.
LifestyleNissan cuts SRP for 'Kicks e-POWER'
Nissan Philippines has announced a new suggested retail price (SRP) for the Nissan "Kicks e-POWER." They are as follows: Nissan Kicks e-POWER EL Php 1,179,000 (from Php 1,239,000) Nissan Kicks e-POWER VE Php 1,279,000 (from Php 1,339,000 ) Nissan Kicks e-POWER VL Php 1,479,000 (from Php 1,539,000) Nissan Kicks e-POWER EL (Pearl White) Php 1,194,000 (from Php 1,254,000) Nissan Kicks e-POWER (Pearl White) Php 1,294,000 (from Php 1,354,000) Nissan...
LifestyleAirAsia Promo July 2024 Seat Sale: Fly for as Low as P15
International destinations are on sale, too.
LifestyleHere Are The Affordable Plug-In Hybrids With The Most Electric Range
The Prius Prime and RAV4 Prime lead the pack, but there's a discontinued car that offers more electric range and you can buy a cheap used one.
LifestyleUp to Three Typhoons to Enter the PH in July: PAGASA
The rainy season is just getting started.
Lifestyle