Environment

Migros makes an enormous commitment to protecting the environment. In 2012 the company again managed to cut its environmental footprint thanks to various measures, such as the reduction of greenhouse gases as well as energy consumption per sales area. Migros also expanded its environmental and energy management to all companies of the group and the industrial enterprises agreed to a new climate strategy.

Energy and Climate: Protecting the climate by using less energy

Migros' commitment to saving energy and its responsibility for climate protection are key pillars of the company's sustainability strategy. The new 2020 climate and energy strategy came into force in 2012.

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Transport and Mobility: Green mobility pays off

Migros is committed to environmentally-friendly mobility at all levels. In past years, it has focused on intermodal transport in order to send more goods by rail. Customers benefit from enhanced home delivery services.

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Waste and Recycling: Steadfast commitment to reducing waste

Migros reduces waste wherever it can and operates the largest recycling platform in Switzerland. Last year, it became the first and only retailer in the country to commit to taking back and recycling all types of plastic bottles from the household sector.

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Water and Biodiversity: Conserving natural resources

Migros is committed to biodiversity and the responsible use of natural resources such as water both in Switzerland and abroad. In 2012 the company helped to implement environmentally friendly, less water-intensive rice production among Indian farmers, as well as projects aimed at promoting biodiversity.

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