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October 10, 2019

FEATURED STORY

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3 Simple Steps for More Sustainable Shopping

Did you know 88% of consumers say they also want the brands they shop to help them be more sustainable in their daily lives? Check out these simple and inexpensive suggestions to demonstrate your commitment to sustainability—and help your shoppers act on theirs.

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HOMETOWN HAPPENINGS

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Rodhe’s IGA Plans to Cut Plastic Bag Use in Half

See how Rodhe’s IGA Marketplace in Millersburg, Ohio teamed up with the local park district on a campaign to encourage people to bring their own bags when grocery shopping, while helping the store meet its goal to reduce plastic bag use.

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BEST PRACTICE

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St. Lucia Stores' Green Update  Reaps a $260,000 Reward

See how nine supermarkets in St. Lucia remodeled their stores to become more energy efficient through the installation of LED lights, efficient refrigeration and HVAC systems, and solar PV systems resulting in a 5% reduction in energy use and a $260,000 cost savings within the first year.

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RED OVAL ROUNDUP

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Let Ashgrove be Your Partner for More Sustainable Shopping

Looking to give your shoppers lasting alternatives to single-use bags and cups? Red Oval partner Ashgrove Marketing is here to help with IGA-branded solutions that help you—and your shoppers—make a difference!

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CREATIVE CHOICE AWARDS

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Submit Your Marketing or Merchandising Campaign and Win!

Have your marketing and merchandising efforts increased sales, boosted store traffic, or provided a unique benefit to the community? You could be a winner in NGA’s Creative Choice Awards, and honored at The NGA Show in San Diego this coming February.

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IN THE NEWS

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About the IGA Minute

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Have an idea for content or questions about the editorial calendar? Email Ashley Page, editor of The IGA Minute. For advertising queries, contact IGA’s Barbara Wiest