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Restaurants Save Money with the Right Recycling Practices 

Modern Restaurant Management

In 2018, when China stopped accepting plastics and recycling from the US, waste management professionals wondered whether the recycling industry could survive the loss of a major market for America’s commodity scrap. While recycling costs have undeniably increased, demand for high quality recyclables is still growing.

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Energy Efficiency Strategies for Forward-Thinking Restaurants

The Rail

However, with the growing focus on sustainability and green initiatives, restaurants are increasingly looking for ways to become more energy-efficient. Conducting an Energy Audit The first step towards improving restaurant efficiency is conducting an energy audit.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Randy’s Donuts Plans Rise and Burger King Makes Sustainable Commitment

Modern Restaurant Management

The guest packaging will be tested in 51 of our company-owned restaurants in Miami and utilizes alternative materials, such as Frypods® made with renewable unbleached virgin paperboard; cutlery made with cPLA, a plant-based plastic; and napkins made with 100 percent recycled fiber.

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Coffee News Recap, 30 Sep: SCA announces 2022 WBC and WBrC winners at MICE, new study links daily coffee consumption with increased longevity & other stories

Perfect Daily Grind

Coffee Planet partners with The Waste Lab to implement sustainable waste solutions. The Dubai roaster says the partnership will reduce the environmental impact of its coffee shops, mainly through recycling used coffee grounds. OCRI uses recyclable and compostable packaging and has reduced food waste in its coffee shops to less than 3%.

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6 Ways To Enhance Waste Management System To Reduce Restaurant Operating Costs

The Restaurant Times

As per the Food Sustainability Index, a person wastes 494 pounds of food per year in the UAE, which is way higher than in the USA and Europe. Conduct Waste Audits. You need to conduct waste audits to know the exact amount of food waste that gets generated from various sources. can either be reused or recycled, as per the need.

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What Is the Carbon Footprint of the Restaurant Industry and How Can You Measure Yours?

Modern Restaurant Management

This means that businesses across the board will need to get better at operating in a more sustainable fashion. All it involves is a simple audit of the products and materials being used and then their replacement (where possible) with environmentally friendly alternatives. What is the carbon footprint of the restaurant industry?

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Open The Eco-Friendly Gates, Think Outside The Plate

Marketman

Not too long ago the journey to turn your restaurant into a sustainable establishment began. Unsure of where to start, you kicked-off the process with an on-site sustainability audit. Recyclable items were being thrown in the trash, substantially increasing your disposal fees. Tips to expand your sustainability efforts.