The increasing focus on food waste disposal policies presents a significant challenge to the restaurant industry.

On one hand, the ongoing costs associated with waste disposal represent a steady and unavoidable operational expense. Furthermore, the storage of food waste is a pressing issue. Especially during the summer months, rising temperatures can cause rapid decomposition, unpleasant odors, and the proliferation of bacteria.

De toenemende focus op beleid voor voedselafvalverwerking vormt een aanzienlijke uitdaging voor de restaurantindustrie. Enerzijds vormen de doorlopende kosten in verband met afvalverwerking een constante en onvermijdelijke operationele kostenpost. Bovendien is de opslag van voedselafval een urgent probleem. Vooral tijdens de zomermaanden kunnen stijgende temperaturen leiden tot snelle ontbinding, onaangename geuren en de verspreiding van bacteriën. Anderzijds is gezondheid een onmiskenbare trend geworden, die diep geworteld is in de mentaliteit van consumenten. Klanten zijn steeds meer bezorgd over hoe verschillende aspecten van hun leven aansluiten bij gezondheid en duurzaamheid, een verschuiving die vooral duidelijk is in de horeca.

GEME to Unveil Groundbreaking Food Waste Solutions at CES 2025​

Las Vegas, Nevada — GEME, a leading innovator in sustainable food waste management, is excited to announce its participation at CES 2025. Known as the global stage for innovation, CES brings together the brightest minds in technology and sustainability. GEME will be showcasing its cutting-edge composting solutions, designed to tackle food waste at a personal and community level.

The CES event will feature GEME’s latest composting systems that are revolutionizing the way consumers approach food waste. With a focus on ease of use, efficiency, and sustainability, GEME’s solutions enable individuals and families to reduce their carbon footprint and transform organic waste into nutrient-rich compost.

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Composting in winter is a tough nut to crack for many composters. The cold weather makes it hard to control the composting temperature, and working during winter is even more arduous. Let's delve deeper into the causes of problems in winter composting and how to solve them!

Halloween is a widely celebrated festival in many countries, and pumpkins play a significant role during this time. However, the issue of pumpkin waste after Halloween has become a matter of concern, involving both economic and environmental aspects.

In the current process of globalization, food waste has emerged as a severe issue that urgently demands resolution and has captured the extensive attention of the international community. According to the statistics of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), approximately 1.3 billion tons of food is wasted globally each year, which is equivalent to around one-third of the total global food production (FAO, 2024). Food waste not only leads to a colossal loss of precious resources such as land, water, and energy consumed during food production but also exerts a profound negative impact on the environment, including land occupation due to landfill, greenhouse gas emissions, and water pollution. Simultaneously, it poses a serious threat to global food security.

Ever wondered how the seemingly indestructible wood and plant material around you eventually decomposes? The answer lies in the incredible complexity of lignin—one of the toughest organic compounds found in nature. But what’s even more shocking is how some extraordinary microbes have evolved to break it down! Let’s dive into this fascinating process of lignin degradation and the key players involved.

I. The Rise of Home Electric Composters Driven by Composting Market Trends​

In recent years, increased environmental awareness has driven many individuals to adopt sustainable lifestyles. Home composters have become a popular solution for managing kitchen waste, leading to a significant rise in market demand. According to the 2023 BioCycle Nationwide Survey on Residential Food Waste Collection Access, 14.9 million U.S. households now have access to food waste collection through 400 programs across 710 communities. Since 2021, there has been substantial growth in these programs, with options for curbside collection including opt-in, standard, or mandatory participation.

When comparing traditional composting to the GEME electric composter, both methods offer unique advantages for managing organic waste. Traditional composting relies on natural decomposition and requires outdoor space, time, and regular maintenance, making it ideal for larger gardens or farms. In contrast, the GEME composter uses modern technology to accelerate the process, breaking down the food scraps quickly, it simulates compost pile in a box and is suitable for indoor use in urban environments. While traditional methods are more cost-effective, GEME provides convenience and speed for busy households looking to compost with minimal effort.