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

The restaurant industry is guilty of producing large amounts of carbon emissions in its quest to deliver delicious food and memorable culinary experiences for customers. From emissions released during the production of the ingredients, to the water used to grow fruit and vegetables, to the transportation emissions involved in the supply of ingredients - the carbon footprint associated with the resulting meal can be as much as eight kg of carbon dioxide (CO2).

In fact, the food and drinks industry (of which the restaurant industry forms a part) is responsible for around one third of all greenhouse gas emissions annually. This means that businesses across the board will need to get better at operating in a more sustainable fashion.

What is the carbon footprint of the restaurant industry?When it comes to the restaurant industry, the biggest issue tends to come from its supply chain. Meat production, in particular, is known for being bad for the environment, accounting for as much as 18…