ies webinar: complying with waste regulations – food waste 301
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WEBINAR SERIES INSIDE ENERGY & SUSTAINABILITY
COMPLYING WITH WASTE REGULATIONS –FOOD WASTE 301
September 29, 2016
WELCOMEOUR PRESENTERS
KRISTIN KINDER | WASTE SOLUTIONS
PROJECT LEAD
ARNOLD BOWERS | WASTE BUSINESS
SOLUTIONS DIRECTOR
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AGENDA
DATA Regulations, waste composition
INSIGHT Applying industry expertise
ACTION Implementing processes, people and equipment
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WHY FOOD WASTE?
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DATA – REGULATIONS, WASTE COMPOSITION & DIVERSION
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THE COMPOSITION OF DISPOSED WASTE
Tremendous Opportunity: 40% of food produced is wasted Food is the largest component entering landfills –
over 21%
EPA Data on Composition of Waste DisposedSource: EPA Waste Characterization 2013
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FOOD WASTE REDUCTION IS KEY
USDA & EPA have set the US’s first food waste reduction goal –50% reduction in food waste by 2030 Food waste would be decreased to 15-20% of production Multifaceted issue – working with many stakeholders
Image Source: Intermarché
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LANDFILL AVOIDANCE A CONTINUED GOAL
Cities and States in the Northeastern states, as well as West Coast cities, have banned landfill disposal of food waste from large commercial food waste generators
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States: Massachusetts, Connecticut, Vermont and CaliforniaCities: Boston, Seattle, San Francisco, Portland and Austin
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THE STAKES ARE HIGH
Penalties and fees may be assessed for failure to comply with new regulations Negative impact of your brand is at stake Higher costs of waste services could hurt your bottom line
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SUSTAINABILITY & RESPONSIBILITY
Using the resources in food for a higher purpose
Keeping food out of the landfill
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SUSTAINABLE FOOD WASTE PROVIDES OPPORTUNITIES FOR SAVINGS Penalties and fees may be assessed for failure to comply with new regulations Negative impact of your brand Higher costs of waste services could hurt your bottom line Food waste is very heavy and disposal is usually based on weight
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LET’S TALK BUSINESSSectors that typically have large volumes of food waste: Restaurants Coffee Shops Grocery Stores Quick-Serve Restaurants (QSRs) Hotels/hospitality Hospitals Senior Living
Entertainment Venues Theme Parks Large Office Campuses Sports Venues Cruise Ships Universities and Schools
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HOW MUCH IS WASTE COSTING YOU?
Study the waste stream and the costs associated Develop a waste reduction proposal and gain the support of your management team Assess employees’ interest and encourage their support
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POLL
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INSIGHT – APPLYING INDUSTRY EXPERTISE
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INSIGHT
What are the opportunities to improve Compare your baseline to competitors What tools can support your goals Develop a program that can be validated
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POLL
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INSIGHT TO ACTION
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ACTION – IMPLEMENTING PROCESSES, PEOPLE & EQUIPMENT
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DATA INFORMED ACTION IS CRITICAL
Onsite treatment Transported to a processor
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TECHNOLOGY IS HERE TO HELP
Onsite Aerobic Digestion - ORCA and BioHiTechConverts about 1 ton of food waste per day into water that’s safe for the sewage system
Advantages: No transportation costs Save on disposal Not contributing to a landfill Data
Disadvantages: Expensive to implement new equipment Maximum amount it can handle
Image Sources: BioHiTech, ORCA
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ONSITE KITCHEN DISPOSER, INSINKERATOR
Onsite Kitchen Disposer - InSinkEratorFood waste is ground then reduced by up to 85% of its volume. Can process 700 lbs/hour
Advantages: Food waste emerges lighter for disposal Remaining food waste can be put into composting system
Disadvantages: Still need processing or disposal method Staff time to operate
Image Source: InSinkErator
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TRANSPORT, COMPOST PROCESSING
Transport – Compost processingHauler empties food waste from containers onsite and transports to a compost processing facility, which produces soil for agriculture, residential use, or roadways and other industrial use
Advantages: Keeping heavy materials out of the landfill Higher value product than landfill or grey water
Disadvantages: What processors collects varies Infrastructure is not consistent geographically Transporting uses resources – need truck to collect Collecting food waste can create odor
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TRANSPORT - WISERG
Transport – WISErgOnsite harvester captures food waste and prevents it from decomposing. It is then transported to a WISErg facility where it is refined into a liquid fertilizer.
Advantages: Higher value product than landfill or grey water Enclosed system – minimizes odor and pests Data
Disadvantages: Infrastructure is not consistent geographically Transporting uses resources – need truck to collect
Image Source: Sustainable Business 360
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TRANSPORT – HOG FARMS
Transport – Hog FarmsFood waste is transported to a local farm to feed animals.
Advantages: Higher value on the food waste hierarchy Food waste can be a resource for farmers
Disadvantages: Infrastructure is not consistent geographically Transporting uses resources – need truck to collect Collecting food waste can create odor
Image Source: Huffington Post
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TRANSPORT – DONATION
Transport – DonationGood food is given to local food banks, soup kitchens, and shelters to help people
Advantages: Highest value on the food waste hierarchy Social benefit No disposal costs
Disadvantages: Inconsistent collection infrastructure Real or perceived liabilities Transporting uses resources – need truck to collect
Image Source: Sufra UK
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ACTION – BEHAVIOR BEST PRACTICES
Select a champion and team Determine how much and where food waste is generated Set goals Work with custodial staff Match food waste collection points to generation Create simple, colorful signage Educate employees – emails, notes, bulletin boards, social media Create a feedback loop for continuous improvement
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MAJOR TAKEAWAYS
Environmental, Social, and Economic Benefits to Keeping Food Out of LandfillsData, Insight, and ActionDon’t Get So Overwhelmed That You Never Start – Large companies can still start small Learn from peers
RELATED RESOURCES
Questions, comments, suggestions?
ASSESSMENT Is There Money in Your Trash?
WHITEPAPER There’s Money in the Trash
REPORTS Facility Managers, Putting Energy & Sustainability
Practices to Work Hospitality Industry, Putting Energy & Sustainability
Practices to Work
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Q&A
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THANK YOU!