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Sustainability at The Cope

Building a More Sustainable Future

Small steps today. A better tomorrow.

At The Cope, we are committed to reducing our impact on the environment and building a more sustainable future for our community.

Environmental conservation and sustainability

Sustainability in Action

What We Do

Reusable bags at The Cope

Reusable Bags

All Foodstore locations use reusable and recyclable bags. Our Department Store uses bags made from recycled material, which are also compostable.

Helps reduce single-use plastic and encourages more sustainable everyday shopping.

Deposit Return Scheme machine at The Cope

Return Bottle System

All of our Foodstore locations have Deposit Return Scheme machines for returning eligible bottles and cans.

Helps increase bottle and can recycling while reducing litter and waste.

Cardboard recycling at The Cope

Recycling

All Cope locations recycle cardboard, paper and plastics as part of our day-to-day operations.

Helps divert everyday business waste away from landfill.

WEEE recycling at The Cope

WEEE Recycling

All locations participate in the WEEE recycling scheme for batteries, with selected stores also accepting electrical goods for recycling.

Helps ensure batteries and electrical items are disposed of safely and responsibly.

Ultra-fast EV chargers at The Cope Dungloe

EV Fast Charging

Our Dungloe location has two 180kW ultra-fast EV chargers, helping support the move towards electric travel.

Helps support lower-emission travel and the switch to electric vehicles.

Solar panels installed at The Cope

Solar Energy

Two of our locations are powered in part by solar panels, helping reduce our reliance on traditional energy sources.

Helps reduce reliance on grid electricity and lower our overall carbon footprint.