The amount of food that is wasted in this country is staggering, and its effects are economic, societal, and environmental. Operators can help by implementing Zero Waste strategies.
Waste reduction is a challenge facing the entire food and beverage industry, but it can be addressed with a combination of different initiatives and tactics.
The Scope of the Problem Why It Matters Consumer Concerns Principles of Zero Waste: The Three Rs Source Reduction: Purchasing Source Reduction: Better Product Usage Recovery: Feeding Hungry People Recycling: Composting and More Education and Outreach Resources Conclusion: Final Words of Wisdom
