Restaurant giant Subway has long touted itself as a healthier alternative to some other fast-food chains, but the company — celebrating its 45th year in business this month — is increasingly taking steps to help protect the environment as well.
The Milford-based company has evolved over its history, from its beginning as a single sub shop 17-year-old Fred DeLuca opened in Bridgeport in 1965 with $1,000 in startup money given to him by a family friend, Subway co-founder Peter Buck.
Today the world’s largest submarine sandwich franchise has more than 33,000 restaurants located in 90 countries bearing its name — that adds up to a lot of sandwiches and, company officials say, many opportunities to cut down on waste and operate more efficiently. More.
