Aldi to roll out CO₂ technology in all UK stores

On 15 August, German retail giant Aldi announced plans to convert all its UK stores to natural refrigerant CO₂. By the end of 2018, up to 100 outlets will be equipped with natural refrigerant-based systems at an investment of some €22 million (£20m).

Thanks to this strategy, Aldi will see a reduction in its potential refrigerant gas carbon emissions by 99%.

Mary Dunn, communications director at Aldi UK, said: “By choosing natural refrigerants, we are reducing our impact on the environment while also assuring our stores are future-proofed for years to come.”

Up to 100 of Aldi's circa-700 UK stores are set to incorporate CO₂ refrigerants by the end of next year. All its existing UK stores will eventually be converted to CO₂.

“We are continually looking for ways to improve our environmentally friendly credentials, and upgrading our entire stores to energy-efficient refrigeration is a key part of our commitment to being a responsible retailer,” said Dunn.