Target pilots greener refrigeration cases

Target is testing some refrigeration cases in a few of its retail stores, which are designed to be environmentally friendly.

The cases are being tested at 11 Target stores, including one in Hudson, Wisconsin.

If the refrigeration cases perform well environmentally and commercially, they could be installed in Target stores being remodeled to offer more refrigerated and frozen groceries.

"It's a greener, a healthier technology," said Target spokeswoman Jenna Reck. "There is some energy efficiency that's included within that. But it's mostly about using these refrigerants that are better for the environment."

The test coincides with Target joining the Environmental Protection Agency's GreenChill program, which helps food retailers reduce refrigerant emissions.

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