Perfect Daily Grind

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

In many industries around the world, sustainability continues to be a pressing issue – and the coffee sector is no exception. This ranges from using more sustainable processing methods on farms to using recyclable and compostable packaging. You may also like our article on how sustainable coffee packaging is.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 9, 2022

Intelligent packaging allows restaurant owners to charge premium amount for well packaged meal, as consumers believe that sustainable packaging has a higher perceived value. Restaurants Are Stepping up their Online Food Delivery Game through Smart and Sustainable Packaging. Restaurants Switching Toward Eco-friendly Takeaway Containers.

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Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 8, 2023

Sustainability continues to be a pressing issue in the specialty coffee sector – and for good reason. With demand for more sustainable coffee continuing to grow , it’s essential that industry professionals and stakeholders limit their environmental impact as much as possible. What does “sustainable” really mean?

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EATER

OCTOBER 15, 2024

As part of creating that good environment, she’s taken multiple steps to cut Rifrullo’s carbon footprint, including composting all food scraps, one of the most important steps restaurants can take to combat climate change. For takeout, she uses compostable containers and wooden silverware.

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Perfect Daily Grind

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

At every level of the coffee supply chain, sustainability is a pressing issue. To address this problem, some coffee businesses are opting for more sustainable approaches to waste management, including circular economy models. I spoke with two coffee sustainability experts to find out more. And is it achievable?

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Culinary Cues

AUGUST 19, 2023

Starting as a raw, not always well thought out movement in the 60’s this became the organic food movement, sustainable practices, recycling and composting, the farm to table movement, and learning about the connections between what we eat and how we feel.

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Deliverect

DECEMBER 10, 2019

Sustainability is a matter that has always been around, but in the past few years this topic has been flaring up in all industries. Around 3 out of 4 millennials are willing to pay more for sustainable products, as is 66 percent of consumers around the world*. Recycle glass and cardboard. 3 PUT SUSTAINABILITY ON THE MENU.

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Restaurant Business

MARCH 20, 2024

It’s no secret that in recent years, consumers have increasingly prioritized eco-friendliness and sustainability in various parts of their lives. From the rise in popularity of electric cars to consumers’ obsession with reusable water bottles, it’s clear that consumers want more sustainability in their day-to-day lives.

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The Restaurant Group

JANUARY 27, 2020

According to the National Restaurant Association’s “What’s Hot” report, American Culinary Federation chefs named sustainability and waste reduction in the top trends of the year. In fact, seven of the top twenty trends listed by the chefs related in some way to sustainable and environmentally sound practices.

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Perfect Daily Grind

AUGUST 21, 2022

As they’re difficult to recycle, we can also conclude most of these cups end up going to landfill, where they contribute to a growing waste problem. You may also like our article on why recycling single-use coffee cups is so difficult. Can you recycle single-use cups? Read on to learn more about what they had to tell me.

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Future Food

JULY 30, 2019

Many food businesses both large and small have been using recycled cups and containers and/or compostable systems as proven solutions to reduce their carbon footprint. If your food business is looking for environmentally friendly ways to package food for take away, then compostable or reusable food packaging could be just the thing.

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Ken Burgin

JUNE 7, 2022

Sustainability is about survival and prosperity – can we put that upfront? Now more than ever, with soaring supply prices, staff shortages and crazy weather, sustainability makes sense across all business areas – it’s much more than recycled packaging and local vegetables. They have a vital purpose and passion.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 6, 2022

percent of the leftover food is recycled, 1.4 In an era of rapid urbanization and population growth, waste management is critical for sustainable, healthy, and inclusive cities. The circular economy is a model of production and consumption involving the reuse or recycling of materials to its fullest life cycle.

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Open for Business

MARCH 20, 2023

In spite of inflation, increasing prices, and overall economic uncertainty, there’s one thing that people remain willing to pay up for: Sustainability. Even Michelin has gotten into the sustainable food movement, awarding a green star for restaurants that uphold the highest environmental standards.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 17, 2020

Until recently, Beyond Green Sustainable Food Partners was mainly a foodservice consulting company for schools and other large institutions, and we catered food to preschools on the side. Because of the pandemic, our consulting business is on hold while we focus solely on catering. For example, we once helped Buffalo, N.Y.-based

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Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 24, 2022

And which is more sustainable? Recyclability & sustainability. And while the production of “virgin” aluminium is energy-intensive, it is infinitely recyclable. Figures from the European Aluminium Association estimate that in 2015, the aluminium can recycling rate for Europe was over 76%. Which is stronger?

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Perfect Daily Grind

AUGUST 15, 2022

Maintaining freshness is an essential part of green coffee storage, but minimising environmental damage at this stage of the supply chain is also crucial – especially as the demand for more sustainable coffee grows. So, how can green coffee buyers and traders keep their green coffee properly stored while also staying sustainable?

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Restaurant365

JANUARY 13, 2022

Sustainability will be top of mind. Many of the sustainability practices that we were committed to pre-COVID flew out the door when we entered this unprecedented era. Fortunately, there are a lot of great options when it comes to recyclable and compostable takeout containers and paper products.

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Focus POS

JANUARY 16, 2020

They are highly niche, localized individuals that sustain higher engagement rates than their macro-influencer counterparts. Ways Gen Zs look for places that align with their philosophies include: Menu options that are health-conscious and help to sustain the environment. Sustainable food waste management. Micro-influencers.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

Here are some of the most readily available straw alternatives that restaurants can consider: Glass : The majority of glass straws are actually made of shatter-resistant borosilicate but are still reusable and recyclable. When they have run their lifetime, the straws will decompose in your regular garden compost pile.

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The Restaurant Group

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Understanding how to reduce food waste in restaurants is the first step toward sustainable and cost-effective operations. Community Impact : Reducing waste creates opportunities for food donations and supports sustainability efforts. Educating and empowering them fosters a collective mission for sustainability.

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The Wine Knitter

OCTOBER 8, 2023

It’s all about sustainability. Their website says, “Regular soil analysis, natural composting, integrated pest management, biodiversity ,and integrated farming are always prioritized. In addition, all grape pomace is collected after pressing and sent to local dairies for use in feed and soil compost programs.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 2, 2019

I t’s no secret that the key to sustainability in restaurants is managing limited resources and keeping your operations clean and safe. The bottom line: clarity around sustainability, food preparation and safety is essential. As consumers demand more transparency about sustainability, turn your operations into an advantage.

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The Rail

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

By Julia Nikolaus, Contributor Sustainability has become crucial to the success of restaurants. The Importance of Sustainability in the Restaurant Industry Up until now, restaurants have contributed significantly to environmental pollution. These ethical shifts make sustainability a win-win for the environment and your restaurant.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2020

Sustainability. Plant-based is associated with sustainability and the bigger picture of being more environmentally responsible. Let your customers know what your business is doing to help local and global communities from recycling and composting to locally sourcing ingredients to supporting local food pantries.

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The Rail

OCTOBER 10, 2024

That may or may not be up for debate, but one thing is for sure: the world is decidedly waking up to the taste of sustainability. As more consumers become conscious of the environmental impacts of their choices, sustainable products are increasingly popular, particularly in the food and beverage sector.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 16, 2021

We’re continually learning about new and innovative ways to help our clients be more sustainable—whether that be choosing eco-friendly materials and fixtures or finding new products that use recycled or compostable packaging. Think paper straws versus plastic. Ilona Knopfler, Partner, Le Bilboquet.

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Perfect Daily Grind

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

However, as the demand for sustainably-grown coffee continues to rise, more and more efforts are being made by industry stakeholders to support farmers to reduce the environmental impact of coffee production. You may also like our article environmentally sustainable coffee production & profitability.

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The Restaurant Group

MAY 24, 2019

Restaurant Sustainability. In fact, restaurants recycle cardboard, paper, grease, fat oil, and metals more than recycling wasted food. The post Restaurant Sustainability: Is Your Waste a Waste? Can you imagine adding up all the food wasted at your favorite restaurant in one day? Multiply that by seven days.

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Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 10, 2022

One example of a sustainable coffee byproduct which has been growing in popularity in the functional beverage market is cascara , which is the pulp and skin of the coffee fruit. Nowadays, when managing pulp, most producers create compost,” he tells me. Furthermore, more quality control and product diversification will be key.

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EATER

DECEMBER 4, 2024

This is how this interaction has gone since the dawn of restaurants realizing they can charge for the two most necessary components to sustain all life on earth: water and air. There is a lot of waste in restaurants in general, even though we recycle and compost,” says Gregory Gourdet of Kann in Portland, Oregon.

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The Rail

MAY 23, 2024

Instead, differentiate yourself from the market and win the favor of climate-conscious customers by offering a more sustainable range. Sustainable Alcohol as a Competitive Advantage More bars and restaurants are embracing sustainable booze to connect with customers who are willing to spend a little more in order to protect the planet.

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Sustainability Beyond the Plate

JANUARY 26, 2017

Until 2016, commercial organic recycling was limited to the dedicated few. If you produce 4 cubic yards* (the size of a standard commercial bin, not the smaller ‘cart’) or more of organic waste per week, you must separate and recycle that waste. Composting can be considered a form of recycling.

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Future Food

NOVEMBER 7, 2021

Shorter, more defined menus that are less labour intensive, more cost effective and contain more sustainable and locally sourced produce are becoming a clear focus of the modern menu. Fresh, local, sustainable, ethical and seasonal will continue to be in fashion and shape most good menus we peruse. Day of the week Specials.

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The Rail

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Implementing Energy-efficient Solutions Sustainability is important both for your customers and your bottom line — and during winter, the positive impact sustainable practices can have on your business is much more pronounced. You can and should be proactive with your sustainability efforts, especially public-facing ones.

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Goliath Consulting

MARCH 14, 2020

On the other hand, restaurants with innovative, sustainable packaging can increase traffic among consumers. Sustainability. A Nielsen study reported that consumers are increasingly willing to pay more for sustainable brands (10). This probably explains the trend of previously-recycled and reusable packaging. Conclusion.

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Xtra Chef

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

The guide serves as a resource for restaurant sustainability directors, owners and other leaders in the industry who are developing and implementing food waste reduction strategies. According to Ecocycle, one of the largest non-profit recyclers in the US, less than 15% of restaurant food waste is collected for composting.

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