Sustainable Solutions for Cold Foods - Articles - Page 67

Unilever study reveals consumers prefer sustainable brands

The study’s findings uncover an unprecedented opportunity for companies that get it right.

January 10, 2017

A new international study by Unilever, UK, reveals that a third of consumers (33%) are now choosing to buy from brands they believe are doing social or environmental good.

LED, wireless light the way for the future of commercial lighting

Wireless controls, LED features and cloud-based solutions encompass some of the many qualities today’s lighting solutions offer the cold food industry.

Marina Mayer

January 5, 2017

From heavy duty stainless steel to mounting brackets for easy installation, here’s how today’s lighting solutions light the way for a brighter, more energy efficient future.

Baldor Specialty Foods diverted 100% organic waste from landfill

Baldor’s SparCs program takes a multi-faceted approach to organic food waste, prioritizing human consumption whenever possible.

January 3, 2017

Baldor Specialty Foods, a New York-based specialty food distributor, diverted 100% of the organic waste generated in its Fresh Cuts operation from landfill.

Study: California dairies must prepare for tougher environmental regulations

Looming regulations aimed at mitigating surface and groundwater contamination and greenhouse gas emissions will spur higher operational costs and complexity.

December 21, 2016

The California dairy business is not getting any easier, according to a new report by the Food & Agribusiness Research (FAR) and Advisory, a Netherlands-based wholly owned unit of Rabobank Group, which also owns Roseville, Calif.-based Rabobank N.A.

Top 10 countries for LEED green building

China tops the list, as demand for sustainable buildings outside of United States continues to drive LEED certification and green construction.

December 14, 2016

U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), Washington, D.C., announced the Top 10 countries for LEED.

FreezPak brings hydrogen power to frozen food distribution

FreezPak implemented Plug Power's GenDrive hydrogen fuel cells into its forklift truck fleet.

December 8, 2016

One of the reasons FreezPak chose Plug Power’s GenDrive fuel cells was their ability to provide a drop-in battery replacement for lead-acid batteries in all generations of FreezPak’s OEM lift vehicles.

The Port of Hamburg embarks on IoT with air quality measurement sensors

The technical management of the project was carried out by Kii in partnership with AQMesh.

December 7, 2016

The Hamburg Port Authority (HPA), Hamburg, Germany, launched an Internet of Things (IoT) pilot project in March that involves using sensors to record the emissions of sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide and fine dust at various locations in the port.

Smithfield adopts greenhouse gas reduction goal

By 2025, Smithfield will reduce its absolute GHG emissions by 25%.

December 6, 2016

Smithfield Foods, Inc., Smithfield, Va., is said to become the first major protein company to announce a far-reaching greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction goal throughout its entire supply chain, from feed grain to packaged bacon.

Going solar—What to know, what to do

Find out why solar roofing is said to be the most energy efficient way of generating clean energy to power a plant.

Marina Mayer

December 6, 2016

A slew of solar roofing manufacturers shed some light on new technologies and what to keep in mind when installing and maintaining a solar roofing system.

Study: Why addressing deforestation is critical to success

Companies identified damage to their reputations as a common risk, resulting in a reduced demand for goods and services.

December 5, 2016

CDP set out the risk of deforestation to companies, explore the opportunities available and see how engaging with supply chains can ensure future growth.