An irrigations system also delivers 39 percent water reductions at 631 Walmart stores.

The drug chain is focused on incorporating new energy-saving technologies for new store constructions, existing stores and distribution centers.

The grocer said it has helped reduce the use of paper and plastic grocery bags by more than one million per day.

The Skowhegan, Me., store features a cardboard baler, plastic recycling, food waste composting and a heat exchange system.

The family-owned regional grocer harvests sunlight, recycles and has reduced its refrigeration energy losses.

The food manufacturer beats water reduction, packaging and solid waste minimization goals.

Another recent win involved a collaboration between Sam’s Club and General Mills that reduced Cheerios packaging materials by 4 percent.