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The University of Nevada at Reno uses friendly competition to encourage students to waste less food

By Reyna Estrada on May 02, 2024

The university held a competition between students and staff to see who could waste less food throughout April, in honor of Stop Food Waste Day.

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Compass Group is making food personal in the fight against food waste

By Reyna Estrada on May 01, 2024

The foodservice provider recently held its 8th annual Stop Food Waste Day. Here’s a deep dive into this year's events and a look at how the small sustainability event became a global movement.

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Joy, positivity and chickpeas: Chartwells Higher Ed approaches planet-friendly menus in a ‘Thought-Ful’ way

By Tara Fitzpatrick on Apr. 30, 2024

Going beyond typical plant-forward recipes, R&D Chef Sarah Bodner introduces new ideas that can be replicated all year, not just at special Earth Day events.

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New York City Mayor Eric Adams teams up with foodservice providers to reduce food-related carbon emissions

By Reyna Estrada on Apr. 19, 2024

Aramark, and Morrison Healthcare are among the foodservice companies that have signed onto Mayor Adams’ Plant-Powered Carbon Challenge

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What's in store for Earth Day 2024 in on-site foodservice

By Reyna Estrada on Apr. 18, 2024

Earth Day 2024 is quickly approaching. Here’s a look at how the on-site industry is celebrating.

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Northern Arizona University leans into reuse

By Reyna Estrada on Apr. 03, 2024

The university has recently implemented a required reusable container system at select campus restaurants.

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The University of Texas makes half of its meals plant-based

By Benita Gingerella on Mar. 13, 2024

The school partnered with the Humane Society of the United States to increase its plant-based offerings.

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New group aims to make noncom the engine driving sustainability

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 07, 2024

Composed of operators and suppliers, the Sustainability Leadership Team intends to remove the roadblocks to best practices at every step of the supply chain.

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Kent State University doubles its plant-based commitment

By Reyna Estrada on Feb. 27, 2024

The university has set a goal to have 30% of its meals be plant-based in both residential and retail operations by 2026.

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James Beard Foundation launches campaign to speed federal action on climate change

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 23, 2024

The chef-led initiative underscores climate impact on independent restaurants based on research from José Andrés’ Global Food Institute at The George Washington University.

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