About this presentation

related to ATMOsphere America 2015
published on 25 June 2015
6 pages
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Tristam Coffin, Sustainable Facilities Coordinator at Whole Foods, outlined the company’s commitment to natural refrigeration by describing their 14 natural refrigerant stores and relative designs; with San Jose, California (transcritical CO₂) located the furthest south. Whole Foods holds the title for the first synthetic refrigerant-free supermarket in the U.S. (New York), in addition to three GreenChill Platinum Certifications, Coffin highlighted that prices of CO₂ systems were quickly dropping as well as the increasing need for industry training for installation and maintenance.

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Tristam Coffin

 

Tristam Coffin is the Director of Sustainability & Facilities for Whole Foods Market’s Northern California Region. Among his responsibilities, Tristam oversees the implementation of environmentally responsible programs and sustainable engineering initiatives for the 45 stores, regional office, distribution center, and 5 future stores that make up the company’s Northern California Region. Mr. Coffin is a LEED Accredited Professional, expert in resource management and holds a broad array of environmental expertise in areas including waste diversion, refrigeration systems, and renewable energy. He is also a member of the company’s Global Green Mission Leadership Team. Prior to being employed by Whole Foods Market, Mr. Coffin worked in alternative energy and transportation for the Transportation Research Center of Vermont as well as in natural sciences and advocacy in Yellowstone National Park, Montana. Mr. Coffin holds a Bachelors Degree in Environmental Studies from the University of Vermont.