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Primark
Alongside improving its internal efficiencies , the organization is committed to doing better , every day , to reduce its impact on the planet and improve the lives of workers .
“ We have energy management plans across our depots to ensure we operate as efficiently as possible ,” Mark explains . “ In our new depots , we are implementing a range of sustainability features . For example , at our Newbridge facility in Ireland which is currently under construction , the building has been designed to comply with ‘ Nearly Zero Emission Building ’ statutory rules , which became effective in the ROI at the beginning of 2021 .
We utilize hanging garment automation in the UK
This is required as the minimum for planning permission , however , we are significantly exceeding this standard through implementation of a number of sustainable features . “ We carefully consider the layout of our depots to minimize heating and lighting requirements . Automated areas , for example , only need frost protection . In manned areas , we maximize natural light , use LED lighting elsewhere , and incorporate air source heat pumps .
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