Is Walmart trying to save the world?
Check out the September Fast Company.. they have an article about WalMart and their new effort to move us all to the compact fluorescent lightbulb. Seems they found out that changing a few light bulbs in their stores not only will reduce the cost to operate a ceiling fan display but might also help the environment. Yep.. Wal-Mart is planning on leading the charge on global warning.. Add to this any their new effort to buy produce locally.. it seems they are getting serious about their reputation. I begs the question, can a Wal-Mart actually remake itself despite a host of groups who see it as the evil empire. I am actually watching with great interest.
Posted at 07:31PM Aug 31, 2006 by mowen in General | Comments[1]
I do believe their reputation can improve; however, i don't believe their reputation has impacted their bottom line whether it be good or bad. The changes noted make great marketing material but note that those changes would only be made if they help the bottom line.
Fluorescent bulbs reduce their energy bill (some stores also have skylights). Buying from local farmers means lower distribution transport costs.
Posted by James E. Robinson, III on August 31, 2006 at 09:41 PM EDT #