Conference Agenda

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Wednesday, April 29th

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*Denotes Invited
5:00pm – 5:10pm Welcoming Remarks
5:10pm – 6:00pm McDonald's Eco Learning Lab:
A Look at the New Green Restaurant
John Rockwell, McDonalds USA LLC

Learn about McDonald’s latest Chicago restaurant breaking new ground in green and sustainability by serving as a test lab for the chain. From high-efficiency rooftop mechanical equipment and interior lighting, to water conserving plumbing, a green roof, storm water management, LED lighting for exterior signage and green power purchased through renewable energy credits; this lab has left no stone unturned. See how they did it!  
6:00pm – 7:00pm Welcome Reception
   

Thursday, April 30th

  
7:00am Registration Opens
7:15am – 8:15am Breakfast in the G4R Solutions Center
8:30am – 9:15am Food Lion, LLC: On the Road to Green Excellence
Robert Canipe, Food Lion, LLC

As one of the first U.S. grocery chains to join the EPA GreenChill partnership, Food Lion, LLC is committed to green retailing. From innovative refrigeration, to lighting strategies, cardboard-recycling programs and a ceiling-tile-recycling initiative, hear how Food Lion is leading the way in environmental responsibility.  
9:15 – 10:00am Sustainable Retail Strategy: A Call to Action
L.J. Mohan, Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation

Sustainable Business strategy is no longer an option: the future depends on it. More recently, there has been an increasing awareness in perception, an awakening of social consciousness and a realization that a sound environmental strategy is also socially, economically, and financially desirable and attractive. Consumers facing escalating energy prices, concerns over foreign dependency, and energy conservation measures are creating innovative products that are not only environmentally friendly but financially profitable as well. This presentation will discuss a retail industry framework for sustainability and provide some insight into the value proposition with examples of business performance enhancement.
10:00am – 10:30am AM Break in the G4R Solutions Center
10:30am – 11:15am







 Maximizing Energy Efficiency in New 
& Existing Facilities
Elaine Aye, Green Building Services        

Green retail isn’t just about solutions for new spaces; learn how to maximize operational efficiency whether you're breaking ground or improving existing facilities through energy management
11:15am – 12:00pm








 Environmental Regulations: What You Need to Know Now
Roger Holt, Greenberg Glusker    

Which environmental policies in the pipeline will affect the future of retail? And how can you plan to make the most of what’s on the horizon? Experts will explore incentive programs, emissions trading, building programs and more.
12:00pm – 1:00pm Conference Networking Lunch - Sponsor Hosted Table Discussions
1:00pm – 1:45pm






 Renewable Energy: Solar and Beyond
Blaine Collison, EPA Green Power Partnership 
John Fojut, Kohl's Department Stores

Learn how major retailers are going beyond solar to power their stores and distribution facilities with renewable energy. Discover who is leading the way with wind power and hear what’s next.
1:45pm – 2:30pm






 Built Smart: Adapting Your Prototype for Efficiency
Craig Edge, Joann Fabric and Craft Stores
Debbie Mansfield, Joann Fabric and Craft Stores
Becky McAdams, GPD Group

Whether it’s making use of daylight in store, reducing waste, utilizing green fixtures and floors, or directing attention to green achievements through store décor – see how store design can play a part in cutting costs and making green efforts come alive in the customer experience.
2:30 – 2:45pm PM Break in the G4R Solutions Center
2:45pm – 3:30pm

SUPERVALU: Illuminating Green Possibilities
Holly Angell, Jewel-Osco 
Bryan Slattery, Design Services Group 

SUPERVALU grocery chains have built more than just a green culture, they've illuminated a greener future for their company.

Since 2000 they've invested more than $100 million on energy projects, saving over 400 million killowatts of energy per year. The chain is focused on reducing its landfill waste.   SUPERVALU is piloting green roofing projects, composting programs, more efficient ladnscape irrigation, fuel cell technology, LED lighting of all applications and solar powered lighting. Thier St. Paul, MN Cub Foods was the first store in the country to obtain gold-level certification from the EPA GreenChill Advanced Refrigeration Partnership.

These initiatives have netted a sizable reduction in the company's carbon footprint all while cutting costs. Hear how they've done it and what the progressive grocery empire has it's designs on for the future.
3:30pm – 4:15pm










 Defending Green Financially in a Difficult Economy
Justin Doak, Exocera (formerly BlueBin)
Peter Krilla, Nike US 
Lisa Russell, A.R.E.
Richard Young, Fishnick 

As boardrooms continue tightening belts, it is vital to defend green initiatives as more than good environmental citizenship. From case studies to cost/benefit analysis, our panel of seasoned experts will give you the tools prove the ROI of more efficient operations through green facilities and tell you what you’ll need to know to defend the investment.
4:15 pm Closing Remarks
 
Are you a retailer interested in presenting? Contact Marianne Wilson, Editor: mwilson@chainstoreage.com  with your proposal. Be sure to include an outline of the presentation along with the proposed speaker names & titles.