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What’s the difference between plastic and metal coffee pods?

Perfect Daily Grind

Recyclability & sustainability. Plastic waste is understandably a major concern for many consumers. 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%.

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Why Restaurants Are Switching to Intelligent Packaging

Modern Restaurant Management

Restaurant owners are using intelligent packaging to keep food warm, hygienic, presentable, and ready to eat from kitchen to customer plate. Intelligent packaging provides added appeal to the traditional packaging, making it presentable and appetizing. of overall waste generated in 2021. million tonnes or 28.1%

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Wasting Away: Reducing Food (and Energy) Waste for Restaurants

Sustainability Beyond the Plate

The Food Service Tecnology Center (FSTC) held two educational seminars in June covering the relationship between food and energy waste. At the San Diego presentation, Richard Young was joined by Ana Carvalho from the City of San Diego and Island Restaurants’ Mike Schuster.

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Exploring the compostable coffee capsule market

Perfect Daily Grind

However, this staggering growth has also led to vast amounts of waste going to landfill around the world. . Although recyclable capsules are an option for consumers, the waste disposal solutions aren’t always straightforward. But despite these recycling schemes, consumer uptake rates remain low.

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Restaurant Experts Talk Sustainability Tips and Trends

Modern Restaurant Management

To eliminate waste, I always make pickles or fermentations with excess vegetables and dry cure meats for our charcuterie program to utilize any excess proteins. We use recyclable packaging and keep takeout packaging products to the minimum. It’s not just food, but also the supply chain.

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AI Food Intelligence and Now Serving Democracy

Modern Restaurant Management

By encouraging diners to book and pay in advance, restaurants can better manage food waste, curb no shows and drive much needed revenue. ” Any customer who clicks on the menu item will be presented with a voter-registration application, along with their tasty meals. Serving Up a Side of Democracy. CutOutCutlery.

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Coffee News Recap, 25 Mar: World of Coffee 2022 moves to Milan, Nespresso files lawsuit against Peet’s & other stories

Perfect Daily Grind

Guest speaker Wolfgang Weinmann presented an overview of the International Coffee Organization’s (ICO) Public-Private Task Force and how it brings together coffee industry leaders and actors to collectively identify challenges in the coffee sector. The researchers will present their findings at the spring ACS meeting.

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