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  • The EU Bans Single-Use Plastic -- Now What?

    The European Parliament voted to ban all single-use plastics by 2021. Now that take-out and delivery has become the main way people enjoy restaurants, the food-service industry relies heavily on single-use plastic. The EU banned single-use plastic. If you can't use single-use plastic, how can you serve your customers? We have a few solutions for you! View Post
  • Three Ways You Can Market Your Eco-Friendly Business

    Being an eco-friendly business is great for two reasons: you're being kind to the earth and you'll promote new business and customer loyalty. If your customers aren't aware that you're an eco-friendly business, the second reason won't be true for you. How can you market your eco-friendliness? Here are three ways! View Post
  • The Rising Popularity of Being Eco-Friendly (and Why You Should Care)

    With the popularization of social media and the readily available stream of information within the last twenty years, being eco-friendly has gone from a radical movement to a commonly held stance. The rise of environmentalism has made way for many major cities and counties to ban plastic straws and other single-use plastics. This legislature was met with excitement from the environmental community. Why is it that being eco-friendly has become so popular? Keep reading to find out. View Post
  • How to Compost in Your Restaurant

    In the US, we waste upwards of 40% of our food supply (according to the FDA). In restaurants, up to 10% of food is wasted before it reaches the customer. Some food waste can be eliminated with better planning and training but there's no way to eliminate it completely. So, what can you do with the food waste you can't get rid of? Compost it! View Post
  • A Restaurant's Guide to Avoiding COVID-19 While Being Eco-Friendly

    Between health department regulations and the Coronavirus Pandemic, keeping your restaurant clean, sanitary, and safe can be a daunting task. Staying sanitary while being eco-friendly is another massive and daunting activity. If you're running an environmentally-friendly business, we have a helpful guide to avoiding COVID-19 while being eco-friendly just for you! View Post
  • Five of the Most Common Eco-Friendly Words Defined

    If you're transitioning towards becoming an eco-friendly and sustainable business, you may have noticed some common words in your research. It can be confusing to understand exactly what a product is and what it can do. We're here to lessen your confusion! View Post