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Food Service Energy Efficiency

On this episode, Chris welcomes Richard Young, the food services energy expert behind the development of the informative “Energy” module of Worldchefs Sustainability Education for Culinary Professionals.

Trained as an electrical engineer, Richard started his career in alternative energy, changing from energy-generation to energy-efficiency when he joined The Food Service Technology Center research team over thirty years ago. With the principle of “Sustainability Beyond the Plate,” he has consulted thousands of hospitality management and staff on how to save money sustainably by purchasing, operating and maintaining kitchen equipment and system efficiently.

Join Chris and Richard to learn how to optimize the energy usage in your kitchen.

Resources

Check for more energy efficiency seminars, equipments rebates and energy calculator on California Energy Wise.

Get certified as an Energy Efficiency Expert by taking Fishnisk‘s Online Sustainability Training for Foodservice Professionals – Fe3.

Sign up for the next module of Sustainable Education for Culinary Professionals! Click below to learn more.

Haven’t joined for the full online webinar series yet? Interested in earning a digital badge in sustainability? You can take part in the first 7 module’s of the Sustainability for Culinary Professionals webinar here.

Want to get involved in sustainability projects at home and around the world? Feed the Planet can help connect you with fun, easy, and impactful initiatives designed for especially for chefs. Visit www.howtofeedtheplanet.com now.

Have an earth-friendly recipe to share? Click here to submit it! And don’t forget to become a part of the Feed the Planet community. Join now.

For more on sustainability, tune in to Worldchefs Podcast: World on a Plate, and be sure to check out our episodes with UN Advocate Chef Arthur Potts Dawson, influencer Max LaManna, and The Vegetable Chef, Frank Fol.

Sustainability Around the World is part of our Feed the Planet initiative, inspiring sustainable food consumption among communities and culinary professionals. Find out how you can get involved at www.howtofeedtheplanet.com.

Founded by Worldchefs, Feed the Planet is run in partnership with Electrolux Food Foundation and AIESEC. This initiative counts on the support of the Electrolux Food Foundation. Learn more about the Foundation here.

#feedtheplanet #ThisIsWorldchefs #electroluxfoodfoundation

Sustainability Around the World is kicking off 2021 with Brent Loken, Global Food Lead Scientist at WWF Global Science, to discuss his landmark work on EAT-Lancet Commission on Food, Planet, Health, the first full scientific review of what makes a healthy diet from a sustainable food system, and which actions can facilitate food system transformation.

Together with 36 other world-leading scientists from across the globe, Brent helped to find key actions to feed a future population of 10 billion people a healthy diet, while preserving our planet. He is currently working on several projects to translate these global targets into country and city level targets to help achieve the Paris Agreement. One notable work is Planet-based diets, a scientific report that assesses the impact of dietary shifts in 147 countries around the world.

Join Chef Chris Koetke and Brent to continue your journey towards sustainable nutrition and to learn how you can contribute by using the power of the white chef jacket.

Resources

Check out Brent’s landmark works with EAT-Lancet – EAT-Lancet Commission on Food, Planet, Health and WWF – Planet-based diets.

Want to get involved in sustainability projects at home and around the world? Feed the Planet can help connect you with fun, easy, and impactful initiatives designed for especially for chefs. Visit www.howtofeedtheplanet.com now.

Have an earth-friendly recipe to share? Click here to submit it! And don’t forget to become a part of the Feed the Planet community. Join now.

For more on sustainability, tune in to Worldchefs Podcast: World on a Plate, and be sure to check out our episodes with UN Advocate Chef Arthur Potts Dawson, influencer Max LaManna, and The Vegetable Chef, Frank Fol.

Sustainability Around the World is part of our Feed the Planet initiative, inspiring sustainable food consumption among communities and culinary professionals. Find out how you can get involved at www.howtofeedtheplanet.com.

Founded by Worldchefs, Feed the Planet is run in partnership with Electrolux Food Foundation and AIESEC. This initiative counts on the support of the Electrolux Food Foundation. Learn more about the Foundation here.

#feedtheplanet #ThisIsWorldchefs #electroluxfoodfoundation

This episode of Sustainability Around the World featuring Chef Radhika Khandelwal looks into the creative application of zero-waste and biodiversity movements at two restaurants – Ivy & Bean and Fig & Maple.

By curating plant-based menus, using excess produce, prioritizing local seasonal ingredients, and cooking from root to shoot, Chef Radhika is a front line zero-waste hero in India. Through her story, discover the know-hows of balancing between creating benefits and being environmentally responsible as foodservice operators.

In 30 minutes, we’ll walk you through the motivation, the rewards, and the challenges of running sustainable foodservice operations, especially during the post-Covid era.

Join Chef Chris Koetke and Chef Radhika Khandelwal to continue your journey towards a more secure food future and to learn how you can contribute by using the power of the white chef jacket.

Resources

Check out Chef Radhika’s recipes here.

Want to get involved in sustainability projects at home and around the world? Feed the Planet can help connect you with fun, easy, and impactful initiatives designed for especially for chefs. Visit FEED THE PLANET now.

Have an earth-friendly recipe to share? Click here to submit it! And don’t forget to become a part of the Feed the Planet community. Join now.

For more on sustainability, tune in to Worldchefs Podcast: World on a Plate, and be sure to check out our episodes with UN Advocate Chef Arthur Potts Dawson, influencer Max LaManna, and The Vegetable Chef, Frank Fol.

Sustainability Around the World is part of our Feed the Planet initiative, inspiring sustainable food consumption among communities and culinary professionals. Find out how you can get involved at www.howtofeedtheplanet.com.

Founded by Worldchefs, Feed the Planet is run in partnership with Electrolux Food Foundation and AIESEC. This initiative counts on the support of the Electrolux Food Foundation. Learn more about the Foundation here.

#feedtheplanet #ThisIsWorldchefs #electroluxfoodfoundation

This episode of Sustainability Around the World featuring Chef Branden J. Lewis looks into how sustainable food system innovations are passed onto the future chefs at Johnson & Wales University, College of Food Innovation & Technology.

By employing innovative experiential education methodology, Chef Branden helps students explore their food web. Tune in to discover the know-hows of teaching sustainable food system and inspiring future generations of chefs to pursue an environmentally and socially ethical career path.

In 30 minutes, we’ll walk you through the motivation, the rewards, and the challenges of teaching sustainable and innovative food practices to culinary students.

Join Chef Chris Koetke and Chef Branden Lewis to continue your journey towards a more secure food future and to learn how you can contribute by using the power of the white chef jacket.

Sustainability Around the World is part of our Feed the Planet initiative, inspiring sustainable food consumption among communities and culinary professionals. Find out how you can get involved at www.howtofeedtheplanet.com.

Founded by Worldchefs, Feed the Planet is run in partnership with Electrolux Food Foundation and AIESEC. This initiative counts on the support of the Electrolux Food Foundation. Learn more about the Foundation here.

#feedtheplanet #ThisIsWorldchefs #electroluxfoodfoundation

This episode of Sustainability Around the World featuring Chef Michelle Adrillana explores how to sustainably promote your national cuisine to international audiences. As a world traveller and a passionate ambassador of Filipino cuisine, Chef Michelle has always strived for balance between her love for nature and her culinary career.

Listen to her story to discover the motivations, rewards, and challenges of advocating for your native cuisine on a global scale, while respecting local cuisine and sustainability practices.

Join Chef Chris Koetke and Chef Michelle Adrillana for 30 minutes to continue your journey towards a more secure food future and to learn how you can contribute by using the power of the white chef jacket.

Sustainability Around the World is part of our Feed the Planet initiative, inspiring sustainable food consumption among communities and culinary professionals. Find out how you can get involved at www.howtofeedtheplanet.com.

Founded by Worldchefs, Feed the Planet is run in partnership with Electrolux Food Foundation and AIESEC. This initiative counts on the support of the Electrolux Food Foundation. Learn more about the Foundation here.

#feedtheplanet #ThisIsWorldchefs #electroluxfoodfoundation

This episode of Sustainability Around the World features Chef Satya Beeknoo, a pioneer of sustainable tourism in Thailand.

By involving his whole crew at Zeavola Resort in reducing, reusing, recycling wastage, and planning a healthy and sustainable menu, Chef Satya managed to lower waste costs by 35%. Tune in to hear more about his story and discover how to bring your sustainability vision to life in the ever-changing hospitality business.

In just 30 minutes, we’ll walk you through the motivations, rewards, and challenges of inspiring your team to go above and beyond for human and planetary health.

Join Chef Chris Koetke and Chef Satya Beekno to continue your journey towards a more secure food future and to learn how you can contribute by using the power of the white chef jacket.

Sustainability Around the World is part of our Feed the Planet initiative, inspiring sustainable food consumption among communities and culinary professionals. Find out how you can get involved at www.howtofeedtheplanet.com.

Founded by Worldchefs, Feed the Planet is run in partnership with Electrolux Food Foundation and AIESEC. This initiative counts on the support of the Electrolux Food Foundation. Learn more about the Foundation here.

#feedtheplanet #ThisIsWorldchefs #electroluxfoodfoundation