Chicago, USA September 25-26 2007

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Wal-mart to share sustainability strategies

The world’s largest retailer is coming to Chicago this September to talk about why sustainability makes strategic sense. Wal-mart’s Director of Project Development, James Stanway, will join sustainability professionals from 20 top companies including IBM, Time Inc, Ford, Dow, GM, Anheuser-Busch, McDonald’s, Abbott, and United Technologies to discuss best practices in emissions reduction at Corporate Climate Response.

Stanway is presenting a case study on “Executing a business sustainability strategy” at Corporate Climate Response. His presentation will focus on how Wal-mart developed its sustainability initiative which links climate change action to business strategy and has become a benchmark for other companies. Wal-mart’s sustainability strategy includes investing in renewable energy, waste reduction, sustainable products and supply chain management.

James Stanway, Director of Project Development, Wal-mart

Which part of Wal-mart's sustainability strategy was the most challenging?

Engagement was the most challenging to implement as we have 1.8 million associates worldwide.

Have you hired any new employees to reach your goals?

Yes. We have hired three new employees across the company.

What has surprised you most about this process so far?

It has given many people a cause to pursue at work beyond the paycheck.

Who do you benchmark your strategies against?

We don’t do any formal benchmarking but talk with many companies.

What is next for Wal-mart in this area?

A carbon scorecard.

Stanway will present more on Wal-mart’s plans for a carbon scorecard at Corporate Climate Response.