Scollans Gala goes green with Gala Greener Grant

Scollans Gala in Drumshanbo, Co. Leitrim, is going green in a big way! The store has been awarded a Gala Greener Grant, a funding initiative designed to help retailers transition to sustainable technologies and cut down on energy use.

The Gala Greener Grants, part of a €500,000 sustainability fund, support retailers in adopting eco-friendly solutions like solar panels, EV charging stations, and waste heat recovery systems. By 2030, Gala Retail will distribute this funding to stores across Ireland, driving real change in local communities.

With this grant, Scollans Gala is installing a new refrigeration system that will slash energy consumption and reduce its carbon footprint—a big win for the store and the planet! The upgrade is expected to save 47,624 kWh of energy per year, cutting CO2 emissions by 15 tonnes annually—the equivalent of planting 773 trees.

Gary Desmond, CEO of Gala Retail, praised the initiative:
"Retailers are at the heart of their communities, and helping them go green is a priority for us. The Gala Greener Grants empower our retailers to invest in sustainability, ensuring a cleaner, greener Ireland. Scollans Gala is leading the way, and we can't wait to see the impact of these changes."

Gala Retail’s push for sustainability highlights the increasing role of eco-conscious practices in convenience retail. By providing financial incentives, the company is making it easier for retailers to embrace innovation—good for business, great for the environment!

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