ARAMARK and IFMA Foundation publish guide on sustainable food service practices

by Af 0108 b3 — January 8, 2010—Two global leaders in professional services, ARAMARK and the IFMA Foundation, released Sustainability in the Food Service Environment, what they call a real-world guide for sustainable practices within food services.

The guide, available free of charge, is the third in the Sustainability “How-to” Guide Series by the IFMA Foundation and provides overviews of key areas including:

  • Building a business case for sustainability, along with effective measurement tools;
  • Procurement of sustainable foods, including local purchasing, food safety and disposable products;
  • Green buildings, including site planning, water efficiency, building materials, HVAC (heating ventilation and air conditioning) systems and ongoing operations;
  • Energy management considerations, including lighting, windows, demand, refrigeration systems, efficient and Energy Star appliances;
  • Waste stream management, including reusable dishes and flatware, composting and recycling and
  • Case studies that offer real-world insight into effective approaches.

To obtain a copy of the guide, visit the IFMA Foundation or ARAMARK Web site.