Dive Summary:

• Walgreens has announced plans to build what it believes will the country's first net-zero energy store; the store is predicted to produce energy equal to or greater than it uses.
• While engineering estimates can vary, the company expects the store to use 200,000 kWh per year of electricity while generating 256,000 kWh in the same period of time.
• Several technologies that will help the store achieve its goal are its use of wind turbines, LED lighting, and more than 800 rooftop solar panels.

From the article:

“We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and leading the retail industry in the use of green technology,” stated Thomas Connolly, Walgreens VP facilities development. “We are investing in developing a net-zero store so we can learn the best way to bring these features to our other stores. Because we operate 8,000 stores, we believe our pursuit of green technology can have a significant positive impact on the nation’s environment.” ...