02/08/2011
Fast Food Chain Reduces Carbon Footprint
One of the world's most recognisable brands has reduced its carbon footprint in Northern Ireland by signing up for renewable power supply with Airtricity.
McDonald's who operate 26 restaurants across Northern Ireland employing 1,500 people will be using Airtricity's renewable energy to prepare and serve Big Macs, Happy Meals, and other world famous products.
Commenting on the announcement Joanne Jones, McDonald's Director of Franchising in Northern Ireland and Scotland said: "With further investments and refurbishments planned for 2011, we require a reliable, competitive and supportive energy provider and that is what we have with Airtricity.
"Also having our energy supply solely from renewable resources underpins our commitment to reduce our energy consumption and our environmental objectives."
Dermot McGovern, Sales Manager at Airtricity said: "We are delighted that McDonald's has decided to switch to Airtricity renewable energy.
"As a company they are recognised as having a strong focus on their environmental policy and we welcome them as the latest of many Northern Ireland-based businesses that have opted to reduce their carbon footprint.
"It is really positive that a global brand like McDonald's has recognised the benefits of sustainable supply, reduced carbon emissions & significant savings for the bottom line. At Airtricity we are growing our market share month on month supported by a strong entry into the domestic market in 2010.
"Local customers can enjoy their visit to any restaurant in Northern Ireland knowing they are supporting a business that is committed to a sustainable and greener future," he said.
(GK/BMcC)
McDonald's who operate 26 restaurants across Northern Ireland employing 1,500 people will be using Airtricity's renewable energy to prepare and serve Big Macs, Happy Meals, and other world famous products.
Commenting on the announcement Joanne Jones, McDonald's Director of Franchising in Northern Ireland and Scotland said: "With further investments and refurbishments planned for 2011, we require a reliable, competitive and supportive energy provider and that is what we have with Airtricity.
"Also having our energy supply solely from renewable resources underpins our commitment to reduce our energy consumption and our environmental objectives."
Dermot McGovern, Sales Manager at Airtricity said: "We are delighted that McDonald's has decided to switch to Airtricity renewable energy.
"As a company they are recognised as having a strong focus on their environmental policy and we welcome them as the latest of many Northern Ireland-based businesses that have opted to reduce their carbon footprint.
"It is really positive that a global brand like McDonald's has recognised the benefits of sustainable supply, reduced carbon emissions & significant savings for the bottom line. At Airtricity we are growing our market share month on month supported by a strong entry into the domestic market in 2010.
"Local customers can enjoy their visit to any restaurant in Northern Ireland knowing they are supporting a business that is committed to a sustainable and greener future," he said.
(GK/BMcC)
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