Blog: Food for Thought (and Not for Landfill)

Food waste is a global problem with severe environmental, economic, and social impacts, yet psychological barriers often hinder effective waste reduction. We explore the mental factors driving food waste, such as biases against imperfect produce and the tendency to overbuy, and how innovative solutions like the LFC biodigester can help change behaviors and improve waste management.

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A study on food waste revealed why Massachusetts has succeeded in reducing food waste while states such as California, Vermont, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and others failed.

Handling food waste can be a messy, labor-intensive…

Purchasing managers play a critical role in shaping…

Power Knot Ocean participated in the 2024 SMM Hamburg trade fair, where maritime industry leaders gathered to explore innovations aimed at decarbonizing shipping. With maritime transport accounting for 3% of global GHG emissions, solutions such as alternative fuels, regulatory frameworks, and design innovations like onboard food waste digesters are key to achieving carbon neutrality.

Dehydrating food waste has gained popularity as a method for managing kitchen scraps; however, it poses risks such as contamination with pathogens and microplastics, as well as rehydration-related hazards.

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As the effects of climate change are felt unevenly across different communities, there is a growing need for technological solutions, such the LFC biodigester, that not only mitigate environmental impacts but also promote social equity.