It can be hard to make expensive changes that could bring big energy savings, such as adding insulation or installing skylights. But you should.
Going green can help small retailers stand out from competitors, but few seem to be focusing on becoming more environmentally friendly.
An MIT Sloan Management Review study released last year found that while most big retail chains already have green initiatives in place, only 9 percent of businesses with fewer than 1,000 employees have embraced sustainability as a core value.
That small percentage may reflect two of the major challenges small retailers face: their landlord and their budget. When you don’t own your store and don’t have a lot to spend, it’s hard to make expensive changes that could bring big energy savings, such as adding insulation or installing skylights.
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