Shoprite Group expands solar capacity at Canelands distribution centre in KwaZulu-Natal

Over the same period, the Group nearly doubled the use of clean energy in its operations, which now account for 5.8% of its electricity sourcing.

"Solar PV plays a pivotal role in our strategy to mitigate climate change, and we are committed to expanding our use of renewable energy and improving energy efficiency to reduce indirect greenhouse gas emissions. Our LED lamp replacement project, for example, has resulted in electricity consumption being reduced by 161 million kWh.