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Why the U.S. is struggling to meet food waste goals

Despite being the world's largest economy, the United States is falling short of its net zero food waste goals. Data from the EPA shows a significant rise in food waste sent to U.S. landfills, and challenges such as inadequate policies, legislative hurdles, and insufficient consumer education suggest ongoing difficulties in addressing the issue.

By |2026-02-08T11:03:37-08:002024-03-18|Blog|Comments Off on Why the U.S. is struggling to meet food waste goals

Why you should become a U.S. Food Loss and Waste 2030 Champion

Becoming a U.S. Food Loss and Waste 2030 Champion is crucial in addressing the alarming 30-40% food wastage in the United States, contributing to environmental issues and climate change. The initiative, part of the Draft National Strategy by the USDA and EPA, encourages businesses to commit to a 50% reduction in food waste by 2030, offering recognition and technical assistance, and highlights steps including goal-setting, collaboration, and utilizing modern waste management tools like food waste digesters to achieve sustainability.

By |2026-02-08T11:03:36-08:002024-02-19|Blog|Comments Off on Why you should become a U.S. Food Loss and Waste 2030 Champion

Beyond the Green Facade: Unmasking the Challenges of Compostable Packaging

While often hailed as a progressive move toward sustainability, compostable packaging faces significant hurdles that hinder its effective integration into standard composting processes. Contamination problems and the necessity for specific conditions pose obstacles to its proper breakdown. "Compostable" labels does not always align with the material's actual composting capabilities.

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Future proof your Kitchen with Commercial Food Waste Digesters

Commercial food waste digesters align with major trends shaping modern kitchens – efficiency, sustainability, and data analytics. Learn how these innovative solutions reduce carbon emissions, provide valuable data on food waste, and ease the burden on kitchen staff.

By |2026-02-08T11:03:33-08:002024-01-02|Blog|Comments Off on Future proof your Kitchen with Commercial Food Waste Digesters
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