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🌱 Unlocking the Potential of Sustainable Kitchens 🌍 Sustainability isn't just a goal—it's a necessity. In kitchens, where resources are constantly in use, there’s a unique opportunity to lead the way toward a greener future. By maximizing ingredient utilization, sourcing locally, and optimizing energy and water usage, we can make significant strides in reducing our environmental footprint. Yet, balancing these priorities with the demands of everyday kitchen operations isn't always easy. That’s where technology steps in. Advanced tools that provide insights into ingredient sourcing, usage quantities, and environmental impact empower kitchens to make smarter, more sustainable choices. With technology, we can enhance menu planning, optimize recipe development, and drive efficiency without compromising on sustainability. How do you see technology reshaping sustainable practices in the kitchen? Let’s discuss below! 👇 #Sustainability #KitchenTech #GreenFuture #SustainableKitchens #TechForGood

Folks like to say "we used to have circular milk bottles so why shouldn't it be easy to go back?". Like everything related to sustainability and modern life: it's not that simple. While it's easy to romanticize the #circularity of the past, just take a moment to think about the greenhouse gas emissions of transporting heavy, bulky containers. Now think about how much those are cut by swapping them with lightweight, flexible plastics. That's just the tip of the iceberg for with the industry is flooded with flexible, disposable pouches. I just stayed at a big brand hotel and their on-site dining was all from 'ghost kitchens' which are off-site kitchens that deliver food in disposable containers. I was floored, as hotels used to be THE model for closed loop systems. With the rise of fast food dining options and optimized supply chains, dining environments are built without washing equipment, so disposability is designed into their operating model—even when everything could easily be used, cleaned, and redistributed on site!! It's infuriating that our entire world is now running on disposability, which is why cultural shifts matter so much—in *addition* to technical solutions. Similarly, I was just talking with a #sustainability person from a leading Philadelphia university who has been having a heck of a time setting up reusable systems for on-site dining. The pandemic completely squashed their reusables on-site, and now everything is #singleuse, and somehow they don't have the infrastructure anymore for all the washing and distribution on site. Things change. Their sustainability team wants reuse, and they've been exploring what it takes to once again implement a more circular system, but they haven't been able to make it happen thus far to do the convenience of disposability. So what now? As someone who believes in making good use of our resources, and that it's simply smart business to create or buy something once as opposed to thousands of times, I can see the cultural headwinds we're up against, and I'm so grateful for all the people pushing forward reusable operating models and nudging us towards a more #circulareconomy.

This post and all of the comments associated is like seeing my entire thought process in black and white. I search for circularity and we work to reduce waste across our projects but oftentimes ripple effects occur and where we're reducing waste of one material stream, we're increasing the waste of another or increasing the # of days that workers have to drive to the jobsites. Finding ways to increase circularity and reduce waste is paramount, but there's definitely no Easy button.

Sustainability in the Culinary World: A Recipe for Change The culinary world isn’t just about flavors; it’s about impact. Every meal we create is a choice. And in a busy kitchen, those choices add up. Here’s what I learned when introducing sustainable practices in a high-pressure kitchen environment: 1️⃣ Waste isn’t inevitable—it’s a mindset. We started tracking everything: food scraps, packaging, and leftovers. Awareness changed everything. 2️⃣ Recycling works—when it’s easy. We simplified the process. Clear bins. Clear rules. Suddenly, 80% of our waste was recycled. 3️⃣ Local sourcing isn’t trendy; it’s necessary. Switching to local farms cut transport emissions and delivered fresher, better-tasting ingredients. 4️⃣ Small habits scale. Swapping single-use items for reusable ones saved us thousands of dollars (and pounds of waste). 5️⃣ Sustainability boosts morale. Chefs and staff felt proud to work in an eco-conscious kitchen. Pride drives performance. 👉 Here’s the big takeaway: Sustainability isn’t about perfection; it’s about progress.💡 The changes you make today ripple into the future. And if a busy kitchen can embrace sustainability, any business can. What’s one sustainable practice you’ve introduced at work? 👇 Drop your ideas below—I’d love to hear them! #sustainability #culinaryworld #wastereduction #recycling #localsourcing #sustainablebusiness #ecofriendly #sustainablepractices

Building a Sustainable Kitchen: Small Steps with Big Impact ♻️ Sustainability in the kitchen doesn’t have to mean big investments. Start with small changes that make a difference: Minimize Food Waste: Use veggie scraps for stocks or create specials from ingredients you already have on hand. Energy-Efficient Equipment: Simple upgrades, like LED lights or energy-efficient fridges, can cut down on utility bills. Reusable or Compostable Products: Switching to eco-friendly disposables or reusables reduces waste and supports a greener operation. Taking steps toward sustainability is good for business, good for the planet, and often good for your budget. What’s one sustainable practice you’ve added to your kitchen? #SustainableKitchen #EcoFriendly #WasteReduction #ExecutiveChefTips #GreenRestaurants

Dayrize Partners with Pure Table Top | Certified B Corp to Drive Impact Transparency in Sustainable Homeware ✨ We’re excited to announce our new partnership with Pure Table Top, a leading UK-based tableware supplier. By leveraging Dayrize’s sustainability intelligence platform, Pure Table Top will be able to measure product-level footprints, gaining valuable insights into the environmental and social impact of their products. From land use to water depletion and carbon emissions, our impact-scoring technology will help guide them in making smarter design and manufacturing decisions—all while upholding their high-quality standards. 💬 “We’re excited to partner with Pure Table Top, a company that shares our commitment to making sustainability accessible and actionable,” Austin Simms, CEO of Dayrize. “Together, we’re setting a new benchmark for sustainable design.” Learn more about our collaboration in our latest article - https://lnkd.in/ea9rbVsK #Sustainability #ImpactTransparency #SustainableDesign #ResponsibleManufacturing

🌿 Extend Freshness Naturally with Vista's MAP Packaging! 🍇 Discover the power of sustainability and innovation with #VistaPackaging's Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP). Our cutting-edge solution is designed to extend the shelf life of fruits and vegetables, bringing a myriad of benefits: ✨ Longer Shelf Life: Keep your produce fresh for longer periods, reducing food waste significantly. 🌍 Eco-Friendly Approach: Our sustainable packaging is a step towards a greener, waste-reduced future. 🍓 Freshness Preserved: Maintaining the natural quality and flavor of your fruits and vegetables. ✅ Innovative Design: Tailored to meet diverse food packaging needs, our MAP packaging is as versatile as it is efficient. With Vista's MAP Packaging, embrace a future where sustainability and efficiency go hand in hand. #SustainableSolutions #ShelfLifeExtension #FreshProduce #EcoInnovation #VistaMAP #Laserperforation

Have you considered implementing a reuseable cup & food packaging scheme in your facilities? Our 𝗥𝗲𝘂𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗖𝘂𝗽 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻 𝗣𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀 make it much easier. These customisable stations encourage your customers to return reusable cups, trays, and packaging for cleaning and reuse, reducing waste and supporting your sustainability goals. Why choose reusable? • 𝗥𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲: The UK discards 2.5 billion cups annually…let’s cut that down. • 𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘆: Lower your waste management and packaging costs. • 𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱: Consumers love eco-conscious businesses. Our return points make recycling simple and effective, with clear signage and stylish designs, while looking great in your workspace. Click the link in the comments to find out more 🔗 #ReuseScheme #SustainableBusiness #WasteReduction #NetZero #Sustainability #FoodPachaging #ReusableCup

Take a look at the trends influencing Laundry Care packaging design, and innovation: https://lnkd.in/gYYxJVsv #packaging #packagingdesign #packagingsolutions #packagingindustry #sustainability #sustainable #laundrypackaging #laundrycare #reusable