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Chipotle has opened two restaurants with its new design. Photo: Courtesy of Chipotle Mexican Grill

Chipotle unveiled an all-electric restaurant concept Tuesday that relies entirely on alternative energy to power its stoves, grills, electric car charging ports and more. Heatpump Hvac

Chipotle's new restaurant design features renewable energy, EV charging

The big picture: The reveal comes as Chipotle and other fast-food chains are under enormous pressure to reduce their carbon emissions.

Driving the news: Chipotle has opened two restaurants with what it's calling "responsible restaurant design" features so far: one in Gloucester, Virginia, and another in Jacksonville, Florida.

What's next: The fast-casual Mexican chain plans to install such features as it opens new restaurants over time.

The bottom line: Chipotle's goal is to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, from 2019 levels, the company says.

Chipotle's new restaurant design features renewable energy, EV charging

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