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Innovative strategies for reducing food waste in the restaurant sector with RESTwithEU

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19 September 2024

Innovative strategies for reducing food waste in the restaurant sector with RESTwithEU

Gastronomy tourism

Digitalisation of tourism SMEs and destinations

Green Transition of Tourism Companies and SMEs

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RESTwithEU aims to empower restaurants to mitigate food waste through sustainable practices that lead to both environmental benefits and significant cost savings. By implementing innovative strategies, the initiative supports the sector's transition towards greater sustainability and resilience.

Authors

RESTwithEU project

Related Organisation(s)

European Commission

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Austria

Belgium

Bulgaria

Croatia

Cyprus

Czechia

Denmark

Estonia

Finland

France

Germany

Greece

Hungary

Ireland

Italy

Latvia

Lithuania

Luxembourg

Malta

Netherlands

Poland

Portugal

Romania

Slovakia

Slovenia

Spain

Sweden

Organisation Type

Academic/Research and VET Institutions

Company with 250 or more employees

Consumer / tourist organisation

Cultural and Heritage Organisations

Destination Management & Marketing Organisations

Financial Institutions and Investors

Local authorities

Media/Travel Journalist Organisations

Networks and Federations / Confederations

SMEs (a company with less than 250 employees)

  • Specific types of tourism

    • Gastronomy tourism

  • Transition Pathway Strategic Areas

    • Digitalisation of tourism SMEs and destinations

    • Green Transition of Tourism Companies and SMEs

    • Innovative tourism services

  • Business activities

    • Restaurants, cafes and bars (Food and Beverage serving activities)

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RESTwithEU is a European Commission Pilot Project dedicated to enhancing the resilience and sustainability of the restaurant industry by 2030 through accelerated digitalization. One of the project's core focuses is on addressing the critical issue of food waste, which poses significant environmental and financial challenges for restaurants. It is estimated that the average restaurant generates thousands of euros in food waste annually, leading to considerable inefficiencies. To combat this, RESTwithEU promotes a holistic approach to sustainability by encouraging restaurants to adopt best practices aimed at reducing food waste. These practices not only align with environmental responsibility but also contribute to substantial cost savings through lower food procurement and reduced waste management expenses.

#Waste reduction #Sustainable tourism

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