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Federal government takes a big step in phasing out single-use food containers

 By Peter Romeo on Jul. 22, 2024

The White House pledged Friday to halt the use of the packaging in all federally supported foodservice operations by 2027.

Operations

Meet consumer demands for sustainability while ensuring quality of off-premise orders

 Sponsored content from our partner Huhtamaki on Sep. 12, 2023

As diners prioritize sustainability, restaurant operators have an easy way to meet demand—environmentally friendly packaging for off-premise orders.

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Delaware bans polystyrene food containers, automatic giveaway of plastic straws

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 23, 2023

The state becomes the eleventh in the nation to outlaw the material. The law signed Tuesday takes effect July 1, 2025.

Operations

Mandated vacation time, bring-your-own to-go packages, a warning on service fees

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 17, 2023

A review of recent legislative and regulatory activity finds government officials eyeing a number of measures with implications for restaurants.

Operations

McDonald’s is testing strawless lids

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 25, 2023

The burger giant is testing lids that do not need straws in some select U.S. markets as it works to bolster sustainability.

Operations

California city launches program to ease restaurants' switch to reusable containers

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 03, 2022

Operations in Mountain View can qualify for up to $300 in reusables and free technical advice on which ones to try in place of disposables.

Consumer Trends

Consumers are increasingly demanding sustainability in quality packaging

Sponsored content from our partner Huhtamaki on Sep. 07, 2022

Packaging, both safe and eco-friendly, has been a top sustainability initiative this year, and with the rise in popularity in takeout and delivery, it’s important for operators to seek out quality packaging to ensure the food they’re offering gets to diners in good condition.

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California restaurants may have to pitch in on packaging cleanup costs

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 05, 2022

Landmark legislation enacted last week puts a tax on manufacturers, with an expectation that they will pass along the charge.

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Chipotle is hunting for more U.S.-made packaging

By Heather Lalley on May 04, 2022

The burrito chain said supply chain issues and rising freight costs are making it too expensive to source from overseas, and that it might invest in a domestic packaging operation.

Operations

Pressure builds to end restaurants' use of polystyrene to-go containers

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 22, 2022

More jurisdictions are prohibiting restaurants from using non-compostable or reusable packaging and utensils.

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