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Roadmap to Sustainability

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There is not one simple thing a company can do to be more sustainable–there are dozens that need to done every day, but they are doable. Over the past 30 years, she has been the architect of their groundbreaking approach to responsible purchasing and a leading force behind their pivotal shift toward sustainability.

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Buzzing About Bees and Sustainability

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Chef Richard Sandoval’s fascination with bees and their critical role in food sustainability began years ago, rooted in a deep respect for nature's intricate balance. “One in three bites of food depends on pollinators.” “One in three bites of food depends on pollinators.”

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The Rise of Sustainable Food Sourcing: Considerations for Seafood Restaurateurs

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However, while there have been documented problems associated with poorly managed fish farms, modern, ethically managed aquaculture with carefully controlled conditions is still considered by scientists to be one of the best ways for humans to meet the growing demand for animal protein with minimal environmental damage.

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ESOPs and Sustainable Restaurant Culture

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Denver-based chef Justin Cucci has long been a champion for sustainability at his farm-to table eateries. To date, he has opened six restaurants and venues, turning a former mortuary, gas station and brothel all into restaurants with globally inspired locally sourced menus.

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Revolutionizing Restaurant Supply Chains: The Impact of AI on Transparency, Validation, Verification, and Sustainability

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AI can also improve sustainability within restaurants – and throughout their supply chains – with huge benefits that include waste and carbon emissions reduction, cost savings, and meeting consumer demand. Restaurant managers must ensure that their suppliers’ sources are trustworthy, and their products are high-quality.

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Adopting Tech Solutions Is the Smartest Decision Restaurants Can Make

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Sweetgreen implemented tech solutions to improve their operations, boost sustainability , and personalize customers’ experiences. Innovative tech tools, like AI, can improve forecasting, inventory management, scheduling, customer service, marketing, and many other essential business tasks. Elevate quality management programs.

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Net-Positive Dining at The Green Orchid

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To learn more about the project, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) staff reached out to The Green Orchid team. What lessons can other restaurateurs take away about being more sustainable and energy friendly? What were any design challenges? Michael Klauber worked with world-renowned kitchen designer Jimi Yui, of Yui Design.