Food waste in the US has reached crisis levels: nearly 40% of all food produced goes uneaten, costing the economy $160B+ annually. For the hospitality industry, this isn’t just a sustainability issue – it’s a profitability and compliance challenge.

As states tighten regulations and customers demand sustainable practices, hotels, universities, healthcare providers, and caterers must act now.

The good news? Technology has finally caught up to the problem. Reducing food waste with technology is no longer a nice-to-have; it’s a necessity.

The Rising Cost of Food Waste

• 40% wasted = $160B+ loss each year across US foodservice.
• Rising ingredient and labor costs mean waste hits profitability harder than ever.
• Hidden costs: disposal fees, higher carbon footprint, reputational damage.

Regulatory Pressures are Here

• California SB 1383 mandates organics recycling and food recovery.
• New York & Massachusetts restrict landfill disposal of food waste.
• Other states are watching; more mandates are inevitable.

Hospitality takeaway: compliance isn’t optional. The cost of inaction will be fines, audits, and brand risk.

Hospitality’s Sustainability Commitments

• Hilton’s “Travel with Purpose” and Marriott’s “Serve 360” programs pledge major waste reductions.
• Universities and hospitals set ambitious zero-waste targets.
• Guests increasingly choose sustainable brands when booking stays and events.

Translation: reducing food waste isn’t just operational – it’s a brand differentiator.

Why Manual Tracking Fails

• Staff logging is inconsistent and error-prone.
• Data is incomplete, making reporting nearly impossible.
• Kitchens need a frictionless system that integrates into daily operations.

How Orbisk Solves It – How to reduce food waste with technology

• The Orbi is the world’s most accurate, fully automated food waste monitoring system.
• AI-driven automation: no manual logging, no staff burden.
• Up to 70% waste reduction: clear cost savings with ROI in under 12 months.
• Compliance-ready reports: support ESG reporting and state legislation.
• Proven globally: trusted by leading hotel groups, caterers, and institutions.

Food waste is no longer “just a kitchen problem.” In the US, it’s now a financial, compliance, and brand priority.

With Orbisk, hospitality leaders can:

• Cut costs
• Stay compliant
• Strengthen their sustainability story

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