Conversion to LED Lighting

Continuing a strategy that began several years ago, currently 60% of our U.S. distribution centers and our corporate headquarters have LED lighting (or are scheduled to have LED lighting installed by the end of 2022). LED lighting significantly reduces the energy required to light our facilities, while also decreasing attendant costs. Furthermore, when we convert a facility from fluorescent lighting to LED lighting, we recycle the fluorescent bulbs. Additionally, most of our lights are equipped with either motion sensors or timers to further control energy consumption in our facilities.

Migration to More Energy Efficient HVAC Sources

In designing our distribution centers and when upgrading our facilities, we look to use energy-efficient HVAC sources, including split-unit HVAC systems, and high-temperature and direct gas-fired air heaters. By preferentially using energy-saving HVAC systems, we have lowered the amount of greenhouse gases and carbon emitted from our facilities.