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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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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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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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Uber and Visa are helping businesses transition to sustainable packaging

By Reyna Estrada on Jan. 17, 2023

The companies’ joint initiative will provide $1 million for sustainable packaging solutions to qualifying Uber Eats restaurants in New York, Los Angeles, London, Paris and Madrid.

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