Smart lid tackles food waste with PH-sensitive film
Berlin-based designer Kimia Amir-Moazami has developed Vorkoster, a smart lid aimed at reducing food waste by detecting spoilage in protein-based foods such as meat and fish.
Presented at Dutch Design Week, the PH-sensitive film embedded in the lid changes colour gradually as the food product spoils, offering a visual indication of freshness beyond generic expiry dates. The film, made from algae coated with a specially developed indicator dye, reacts to ammonia gas released by expiring items, turning from pale green to bright purple.
Amir-Moazami, who first created the prototype in 2021, collaborated with chemistry scientist Sany Chea to refine the technology. The duo aims to launch Vorkoster as a commercial product within the next two years, addressing the challenge of ensuring the technology is consumer-friendly, safe, and clear before market release. The lid is designed to fit various containers, offering flexibility to users seeking to minimize food waste for sustainability and financial reasons.
Via ThePackHub Innovation Zone
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3moMuch needed!