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Canadian retailers are stepping into 2025 with a powerful shift toward sustainability. From blockchain-backed transparency to circular inventory systems and zero-waste retail models, this green transition is reshaping how brands operate and how consumers make decisions.
We’re seeing stronger traceability with platforms like OpenSC, smarter stock and waste management powered by AI, and impactful circular initiatives like Lululemon’s trade-in program and Loop Store’s Toronto pilot, which kept more than 100,000 single-use containers out of landfills with an impressive 94 percent return rate. Energy-efficient store designs and eco-friendly packaging are also setting new industry standards as consumers place greater importance on ethical sourcing and transparency.
Sustainability is no longer an add-on. It is the new competitive edge in Canadian retail.
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