Albuquerque — Smith’s Food & Drug Stores, a division of the Kroger Co., has completed the installation of photovoltaic energy panels at two Albuquerque stores.
Schaumburg, IL — In September 2011, The Rabine Group will begin converting the roof at its headquarters to a LEED-certified sustainable roof and a roofing showroom for its learning facility.
New York City — On August 11, 2011, New Balance opened its first North American Experience Store in New York City’s Flatiron District.
Memphis, TN — On August 11, 2011, Family Dollar opened its 7,000th store, in Memphis, Tenn. — continuing the discount retailer’s expansion across the U.S.
San Francisco — Gap Inc. has opened its first Athleta stores outside San Francisco with two new locations in Manhattan.
Wilmington, NC — Convenience stores are now able to take advantage of HVAC controls technology from Efficient Energy America, Inc. (E2America).
Houston — Houston-based Jamail & Smith Construction has hired retail construction veteran Kristi Kelly-Lowery as its new director of business development.
Roswell, GA — In November, PGA TOUR Superstore plans to open a 50,000-square-foot store in Delray Beach, Fla. The expanding retailer opened its 11th location this past May in Denver.
Milan — Luxottica Group S.p.A., a global eyewear retailer, plans to acquire Erroca, the most important sunglass specialty retail chain in Israel, totaling more than 60 stores.
San Leandro, CA — Through a partnership with TerraCycle, The North Face plans to divert 100% of its polybag packaging waste at 20 of its retail stores.