Save Mart Supermarkets has been named an EnergySmart Grocer

0 Comments | Oakland Tribune, Sep 1, 2004

Modesto-based Save Mart Supermarkets has been named an EnergySmart Grocer for investing in energy efficient systems and technology that will reduce the store's energy use. EnergySmart Grocer, a program funded by the state California Public Utilities Commission that helps independent grocers increase energy efficiency, recognized Save Mart with the honor.

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