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Lab-grown meat is making its way to restaurants

 By Peter Romeo on Apr. 05, 2023

Cultured protein suppliers say they view chefs as the agents for winning public acceptance. And kitchen celebrities are gladly assuming the role.

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Burger King makes progress on its electric vehicle commitment

By Reyna Estrada on Mar. 23, 2023

The burger chain has transitioned nearly one-third of its field team fleet to electric vehicles.

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Chipotle venture fund makes two more early-stage investments to help save the planet

By Lisa Jennings on Mar. 22, 2023

The chain's Cultivate Next fund has invested in Local Line, a local-food sourcing platform, and Zero Acre Farms, which makes an environmentally friendly alternative to vegetable oils.

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Budderfly to expand restaurants' access to energy-efficient HVAC systems

By Reyna Estrada on Mar. 09, 2023

The sustainability company is buying thousands of ultra-efficient Carrier heating and cooling units and offering them to restaurants and other small businesses that typically wouldn't have access to them.

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Tyson Foods wants to use upcycling to reach its sustainability goals

By Reyna Estrada on Mar. 07, 2023

Tyson Ventures is inviting upcycling startups to pitch at its Demo Day. Selected applicants may be given the opportunity to partner with Tyson.

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US Foods adds electric vehicles to its fleet

By Reyna Estrada on Feb. 15, 2023

The food distributor has committed to reducing its Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 32.5% by 2032.

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White House reveals plans to outfit more restaurants with electric-vehicle chargers

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 15, 2023

The efforts to build a recharging infrastructure involve Starbucks and a number of truck stop operators.

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Wendy's makes a big climate action commitment

By Reyna Estrada on Feb. 09, 2023

The burger giant says it will reduce Scope 1, 2 and 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 47% by 2030.

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How upcycling unleashes creativity, and profitability, in the kitchen

By Reyna Estrada on Feb. 02, 2023

More restaurants are finding new and innovative ways to cross-utilize ingredients in their kitchens. Operators say it promotes creativity while lowering food costs. And consumers are increasingly demanding it.

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Just Salad is rewarding reuse with its latest earth-friendly promotion

By Reyna Estrada on Jan. 31, 2023

The salad chain is offering a discount on in-store orders when customers opt for a reusable bowl.

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