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For Restaurants Cutting Their Carbon Footprint, Composting Food Scraps Is Just the Beginning

EATER

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. Food waste from all sources is responsible for eight percent of global greenhouse gas emissions, and the U.S.

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Eco‑Friendly Packaging That Won’t Hurt Your Margins

The Rail

For restaurants offering takeout, delivery, or pre-packaged goods, packaging can be a major contributor to waste and carbon emissions. From takeout containers and cups to delivery bags and condiment holders, every item represents your brand. Lightweight materials mean lower shipping costs for delivery.

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How Organic Ingredients Can Enhance Your Restaurant’s Sustainability Initiatives

The Rail

Today, we will explore the advantages of organic products and Paleo pantry essentials to show you how to source these ingredients to foster a greener dining experience. According to reports , more than 50% of diners claim to choose a restaurant that offers sustainably sourced food. Let’s explore some of them.

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The Cost of B-ing Good

Modern Restaurant Management

B Corp Restaurants As of early 2024, almost 150 restaurants around the world have achieved the certification, from fine-dining independents to fast-casual chains, with hotels, breweries and food delivery companies also dotting the list. Green Restaurant and Slow Food were others we considered.

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User-Generated Content: Transforming Your Diners into Your Best Marketers

Restaurant Engine

tweet this) According to one source , Statistics show that nearly 80% of people say UGC highly impacts their purchasing decisions. You also want to print your logo on your takeout and delivery packaging so if customers are eating away from your restaurant, your restaurant stands out. Why is UGC So Powerful for Restaurants?

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28 Strategies to Cut Costs in the Restaurant Business

Lavu

Another solution is to start a composting program for food scraps and other organic waste. By turning these scraps into compost, you can reduce the amount of waste that ends up in landfills. You could even get a tax credit for using alternative energy sources like solar power.

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MRM Research Roundup: To-Go Trends, State of the Plate, and Black Market Reservations

Modern Restaurant Management

New data from the National Restaurant Association’s 2025 Off-Premises Restaurant Trends report highlights how off-premises dining has become both a consumer preference and business essential, with the convenience and availability of takeout, delivery, and drive-thru now deeply embedded in everyday life.