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Sustainability-Focused Retail Centers

This New Walmart Canada Supercenter is Arriving in 2023

— March 30, 2022 — Eco
This new Walmart Canada Supercenter is being launched by the brand as part of a $20-million investment into sustainable retail that will hone in on a new strategy as part of new developments. The sustainability-focused Supercenter will be situated in Montreal, Quebec where it will features a 125,000-square-foot green roof along with ultra-low flow restrooms as well as recycled building materials in the structure itself. LED lighting throughout the store and its offices will help to reduce energy levels during operating hours and beyond.

Walmart Canada Regional VP for Quebe Cyrille Ballereau spoke on the new Walmart Canada Supercenter location saying, "More Quebecers are choosing to shop with us online via curbside pickup and this unique store design will allow our associates to better serve busy families to save them time and money. We’re also implementing several sustainability features because Walmart’s goal is to make as light a footprint on the planet as we can. We can’t wait to open this store next year as we continue to grow in Quebec.”
Trend Themes
1. Sustainability-focused Retail - Walmart's $20 million investment in sustainable retail presents an opportunity for retailers to implement nature-focused, green initiatives to reduce their carbon footprints and drive sales.
2. Green Infrastructure - The 125,000-square-foot green roof at Walmart Canada's new Supercenter presents an opportunity for green infrastructure companies to partner with retailers in sustainable development.
3. Energy-efficiency Lighting Solutions - LED lighting throughout Walmart Canada's Supercenter presents an opportunity for energy-efficiency lighting solutions providers to partner with retailers to cut energy costs and reduce carbon footprint.
Industry Implications
1. Retail - Walmart Canada's new Supercenter presents disruptive innovation opportunities for retailers to invest in sustainable infrastructure and implement eco-friendly initiatives for customers.
2. Green Infrastructure - The new Supercenter at Montreal, Quebec presents disruptive innovation opportunities for green infrastructure industries to partner with retailers in sustainable development.
3. Energy-efficiency Lighting Solutions - Walmart Canada's new Supercenter offers disruptive innovation opportunities for energy-efficiency lighting solutions providers to partner with retailers to cut energy costs, reduce their carbon footprint, and improve their bottom line.
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