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It’s Earth Day and we’re all thinking about how we can be more eco-friendly. When it comes to foodservice, there are so many easy ways to “green” up your operations.
Here are our picks for the top 5 ways you can make your foodservice operations more environmentally conscious.
1. Use compostable disposables
As the take-out trend continues to hold steady, waste from disposable containers is a major issue. Thankfully, there are a large number of eco-friendly, compostable, and disposable products on the market.
From paper to PLA plastic to sugarcane, compostable products can be made from a variety of different materials. And switching out your disposables will not only help the environment but also impress your customers. You can get started today by shopping for compostable disposables on etundra.com.
2. Install water-saving plumbing parts and eco-friendly supplies
Making small changes to the plumbing hardware in your commercial kitchen can not only save a lot of water, but also save you money on your water bill. Low-flow spray valves and aerators work by mixing air with water. Here’s a great resource with more on how they work and advice on which ones to buy.
3. Switch to ENERGY STAR® equipment
Now we’re not saying you should go replace all the equipment in your commercial kitchen right now. But when it’s time for something to be replaced, you should shop ENERGY STAR models first.
Although it may be a bigger investment up front, ENERGY STAR appliances save you money in utility bills over time. And the environmental impact is huge. In fact, ENERGY STAR commercial refrigerators and freezers are on average 20 percent more energy efficient than standard models. At TundraFMP, we carry a variety of ENERGY STAR appliances by brands including Blodgett and Southbend.
4. Recycle and compost
You’ve probably already got recycling down. Bins and city programs make it pretty easy. But did you know composting can be just as simple? So many food scraps are thrown away in commercial kitchens. All you need to get started with composting is a little staff training and a designated compost container. Then in many areas you can actually partner with a composting service that will take your compost to be used elsewhere.
5. Buy energy-saving lightbulbs
The lighting for any bigger establishment uses a lot of energy. One easy way to cut down on that energy usage is to replace any incandescent bulbs with something more energy efficient, like fluorescent or CFL. At TundraFMP, we have plenty of energy efficient light bulbs to help you in your swap.
Earth Day is a good reminder to work on sustainability in your commercial kitchen. There are so many small things you can do to make your operations more eco-friendly. Not only do these changes help the environment, but they can also save you money and make you stand out to your customers.
