“How might we ensure we can feed the next billion people and heal our planet?” We can do that by working together. The kind of collaboration we need here is rare – and one of the most powerful things we can do is hold the space for different players across the food system to come together. Last week Circularity delivered our XLabs NZ circular design sprint to do just that. This year working alongside some of the best and brightest to tackle a challenge facing their business, industry, Aotearoa, and the world as we navigate a changing climate. This included people right across our supply chains from the growers, manufacturers, food rescue, councils, packhouses, coolstores, distribution networks, food upcyclers, and global food brands. Together, we explored the challenges of food waste, refrigerants, sustainable behavior change, scaling regenerative practices, funding, and loss of nutrients. All problems that are held in place by the systems that surround them, hence the need to design them out. Over three days we ideated solutions using our circular-by-design methods, prototyped them to validate with experts, and are pitching them on the 1st of September alongside our partners Ministry for the Environment | Manatū mō te Taiao. Together, we explored how we might create the future of food to be abundant, resilient, and circular by design. "Thanks for creating the space to work with like-minded people on real-life problems and opportunities. You achieved this for me in a safe and supportive space. So much learning for me, opened my eyes to the circular options. I've learned that collaboration is key!" At XLabs, we are creating space for more imaginative innovation, more collaborative collisions, and more tangible progress. We thank all the teams, experts, and people who joined us to redesign our food system. Zespri International, Iain Lees-Galloway, Tauranga City Council, Alice Rackham, Samantha Walmsley-Bartlett, Ollie Hoare, Daniel Kenna, Nicole Banks, Sarahann du Plooy, Anne Gatenby, Esther Fogarty, David Orchard, Sian Menson, Sarah Lei, Lloyd Franks, Ollie Hoare, Charles Russell, Pranoy Pal, Ethan England, Katarzyna Frelikow, Hunter Potter, Margarita (Rita) Khabitueva, Leo Lai, Diane Stanbra, Gavin Findlay, Marshall Bell. Sara Walton, Matthew Jackson, Jono Jones, John Steiner, Katrina Wolff, Chris Lijzenga, Todd Murdoch, Diana Hawkins, Anne Haira, Logan Anderson, Anna Ririnui Watch this space and join us!
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Ever wondered what circular food systems are all about? Our Senior Sustainability Consultant here at The Sustainable Restaurant Association Ellie Harrison is here to break it down for you! 🔄 Circularity is all about consciously using fewer resources, designing long-lasting and reusable products. Once these products are in use, the goal is to extend their lifespan by reusing, up-cycling or finding alternative uses. 🔄 There is no waste in nature and so the best circular solutions are typically inspired by nature. Regenerative agriculture follows circular principles by reducing inputs (like pesticides and fertilisers) and using naturally occurring resources (like earthworms) that have myriad benefits and don't create waste. 🔄 The F&B industry wields significant influence over global food systems, impacting climate change, biodiversity, soil health and more. If the entire sector opts for circular practices, it could transform our food systems. 🔄 To achieve circularity, the F&B industry must identify its key waste-streams and target these hotspots. Designing products for circular use and engaging with growers and stakeholders up the value chain will likely yield the highest impact changes and most efficient resource use. Learn why it’s critical for the hospitality industry to effect change across our food systems, and follow our #EatForTomorrow campaign on Instagram for inspiring stories on how chefs, restaurants, farmers and change-makers are helping to build a better food system for our future. https://lnkd.in/e-4rDxnD
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Circularity refers to closed-loop systems where resources are reused, recycled, and repurposed to minimize waste and environmental impact. Using a creative method for sustainability, Afterlife Ag is promoting circularity in New York Restaurants. I love seeing how different industries bring sustainability to life. The concept demands innovation, and startups are following through. #Sustainability #Circularity #Creativity
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“Count to 10. In that time, 10 truckloads of food have been wasted globally. And that dirty, smelly procession of trucks continues every second of every day. The costs to nature and society are huge. This wasteful global food system of ours is the biggest driver of biodiversity loss and is responsible for a third of greenhouse gas emissions. We also waste almost one-third of the food we produce, while 10% of the planet’s population goes hungry. It doesn’t have to be this way. The food industry can use circular design to create products that help nature thrive and address the interconnected challenges of biodiversity loss, climate change, pollution and waste..” ➡️ Read more about how circular design is helping end food waste for businesses across the world including by-product granola brand nibs etc. Ltd, “restaurant without a bin” Silo and other brands who are part of The big food redesign challenge by Ellen MacArthur Foundation. https://lnkd.in/gVzV8qQw
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ANNOUNCEMENT: XLABS FUTURE OF FOOD IS BACK FOR 2024 WITH AN EARLY BIRD OFFER TO JOIN US We’re excited to announce that Nelson Regional Development Agency (NRDA) is partnering with Circularity to bring its award-winning XLabs NZ circular economy program to Nelson this coming August. The Nelson Tasman region is home to over 150 innovative food and beverage organisations like Yum Granola, Pic's Peanut Butter, Chia Sisters and Eddyline Brewery so we think it is the perfect location to inspire us all to redesign the future of food to be circular. Will you join us? Do you grow, harvest, make, distribute, market, sell, compost, upcycle, manufacture, cook or serve kai? Our current food systems contributes 34% of global greenhouse gas emissions,* shifting to a circular food economy could help reduce the sector’s GHG emissions by 49%, or 5.6 billion tonnes of CO2, by 2050.** If we do this, the potential of Aotearoa's food industry and global leadership is boundless. That is why, we are inviting organisations across the food and beverage ecosystem to come together to make the shift from linear to circular at our XLabs: Future of Food 2024 program. Our program provides businesses with the opportunity to build their capability, tackle environmental challenges facing their business, and unlock solutions faster than ever before using circular design principles. With: ➕ 88% of previous participants implemented a circular solution within 6-12 months of completing the XLabs Future of Food program. ➕ 90% of participants have a better understanding of the circular economy and feel confident about actioning it within their business Join us to reimagine how we grow, care for, and share the true value of food - apply before 31st March to receive our early bird offer: https://lnkd.in/gTpnvuHG Partner with us at XLabs: Future of Food. A circular economy program supporting businesses across Aotearoa who are looking to redesign the future of food — to be more abundant, nature positive, and truly regenerative by design. Explore our partnership opportunities — apply today: https://lnkd.in/gUwjwkjM Presented in partnership by Circularity and Nelson Regional Development Agency (NRDA), XLabs: Future of Food is our response to the changing landscape of the food industry.
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♻ When we look at our sustainable food practices, which principles do you apply for a circular food system, which are the financial metrics and operating metrics you apply and how can you measure success? Circular principles: - Design out waste and pollution - Keep product and materials in use - Regenerate natural systems ♻ To reach your long term climate impact targets, it's time to apply the circular economy framework and engage stakeholders, both internally and externally. - Circular design - New business models - Reverse logistics - Enablers ♻Ellen MacArthur Foundation adidas VEJA UN Biodiversity Tesco WWF Lidl GB Morrisons eBay H&M ZARA SA Suma Wholefoods Whole Foods Market- keen to hear your top circular business models and scenarios to implement the right financial investments and resources to make circularity happen. It's all coming into targets and measurement within CSRD and to reach 2030 targets, circularity is a core piece in the everyday activities in every single company. ♻ https://lnkd.in/dSp4KHqT
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Nowadays, sustainability is an extremely important topic to discuss and to work towards. Discover how IoT-powered tracking is helping QSRs optimize supply chains and reduce emissions. Read More: https://lnkd.in/dn52SZeP #Sustainability #QSR
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Working for a company dedicated to sustainability like Pacific Catch means being part of an organization that prioritizes environmental, social, and economic responsibility in our operations and decision-making processes. Here's what it means to me work for such a company: 1. Purposeful Work: We are not just a seafood restaurant. I find meaning and purpose in my role because I am part of a team that is contributing to a greater good. Whether it's implementing sustainable practices in operations, supporting community initiatives, like partnering with the Surfrider Foundation, employees are aligned with a mission beyond just profit-making. 2. Environmental Consciousness: Sustainability-focused, Pacific Catch makes a commitment to reducing our environmental footprint with disposable, compostable eating utensils and straws. This initiative helps in minimizing waste. In addition, we also recycle our fryer oil into bio-fuel and compost all food waste and employ green building techniques in our new locations, including LED light bulbs, hand dryers, aerators on faucets, water-saving toilets and drought resistant landscaping. 3. Social Responsibility: Pacific Catch engages in activities that benefit society, such as supporting local communities and investing in social causes. As a member of the Seafood Watch program, we are committed to sourcing seafood from Environmentally Responsible Sources as defined by the Monterey Bay Aquarium. We believe wild caught and responsibly raised seafood fits beautifully on the same menu, as one ensures the life of the other. 4. Stakeholder Engagement: Being dedicated to sustainability means we engage with a wide range of stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, investors, and the community. Through our James Beard Smart Catch partnership, we support industry efforts to maintain healthy sustainable food sources for now and for future generations. 5. Continuous Learning and Development: Sustainability is a rapidly evolving field, beyond my role Managing the Bar area and other FOH duties, and I have opportunities for learning and development to stay abreast of the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in sustainability. 6. Measurable Impact: Working for a sustainability-focused company allows me to see the tangible impact of our work beyond financial metrics. Whether it's reducing plastic waste, supporting protection of the ocean, commitment to ethical, sustainable seafood sourcing or positively impacting communities, I can take pride in working for a company that cares about and engages with our communities. Overall, working for a company dedicated to sustainability provides me with a sense of purpose, opportunities for personal and professional growth, and the satisfaction of contributing to a more sustainable future.
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Sustainability is at the forefront of everything we do and has been since the beginning. Check out this recent article by our Director of Sustainability Renaud des Rosiers in Sustainable Brands https://lnkd.in/gmzhKqSm #sustainability #sustainablebrands
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1yAnother eXceptional XLabs! We can’t wait to eXecute! Thank you to everyone.