NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The International Council of Shopping Centers, Inc. (ICSC) is pleased to announce the release of its latest publication entitled: The RetailGreen Agenda: Sustainable Practices for Retailers and Shopping Centers, which is a comprehensive study of the green movement and its impact on retail real estate. The publication focuses on programs and strategies to ensure responsible development. This book will be released just in time for ICSC’s annual conference, RECon, which takes place in Las Vegas on May 18-21, 2008. “Great source of information; explains a very complex issue in an easily understood and educational manner,” noted Richard P. O’Leary, CDP, Vice President, Director of Constructive Services for the JC Penny Company. Some highlights of the publication include: Save the Planet: A Universal Mission: Industries, governments and consumers are enthusiastically stepping up to share the responsibility of preserving the planet’s natural resources and ensure sustenance and quality of life for generations to come. The Green Revolution: Separating Fact from Fiction: This publication provides a new and comprehensive look at the green movement and the evolution it is inspiring, not only throughout the world, but within the retail real estate industry. Shades of Green in Retail Real Estate: Nearly all organizations are currently implementing varying forms of environmentally friendly strategies and achieving successful results, including a multitude of welcome benefits. What ‘Going Green’ Really Means: Find out how to launch a green building program and make the transition smooth, efficient, and economical with the step-by-step plans outlined in this informative reference manual. Industry Partners Share Green Success Stories: The publication provides an overview of significant milestones in the industry’s movement toward sustainability and provides an in-depth look at how shopping center developers are making the transition to a green way of life, with examples of shopping centers from all over the world. Real-Life Case Studies: Read detailed examples of sustainable practices and corporate social responsibility programs employed by: Bed Bath & Beyond; The Body Shop; The Home Depot; Lowe’s; Best Buy; Costco; Chipotle; Target Corporation; John Lewis Partnership; Marks & Spencer; Trader Joe’s; Publix GreenWise Market; Safeway; Tesco’s Fresh and Easy; Giant Food; Kohl’s; Macy’s; JCPenney; Limited Brands; Ikea; Whole Foods Market; Wal-Mart and many more.
