Content about Sustainability

December 1, 2011
10 ‘green’ things at LYFE Kitchen
Step into the eco-friendly LYFE Kitchen restaurant
November 7, 2011
Corn-based ethanol subsidies push prices skyward
Operators voice concerns over federal tax credit for corn-based ethanol producers
October 28, 2011
Cracker Barrel debuts electric car charge stations
Cracker has opened electric car charging stations at several restaurants
September 20, 2011
Q&A: Scott Shotter of Moe’s Southwest Grill
NRN talks with Moe's Southwest Grill about going green
August 30, 2011
Chipotle debuts short film on sustainable farming
Fast-casual chain teams with Willie Nelson to highlight sustainability
August 5, 2011
Restaurant gets real on recycling
Alterra Coffee Roasters is committed to becoming a zero-waste operation
May 16, 2011
Charged up
Operators seeking new ways to differentiate their restaurant, build brand loyalty or increase their eco-friendly image might want to consider taking an electric car for a test drive. In the last few years, a number of progressive restaurant operators have installed electric-car charging stations on their properties.
May 16, 2011
Food peddlers and pedaling customers match up quite nicely
Operators looking for an edge can partner with local community groups to get their message out and endear themselves to locals.
March 21, 2011
Biofuel targets pressure corn supplies
The United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization reported that world food prices rose 2.2 percent in February to a new record high and could rise further still if drought continues to decimate China’s wheat harvest. The reasons for high prices: drought in Russia and Argentina, floods in Canada and Pakistan, export bans, and panic buying and hoarding. These supply disruptions have led agricultural economists to ask, “If the world can’t properly feed 7 billion people today, how will it feed 9 billion in 2050?” In fact, the FAO estimates food output will have to rise 70 percent by 2050 to keep pace with population growth. 

February 21, 2011
Chicago operators find that together it’s easy and profitable being green
The Green Chicago Restaurant Co-op, or GCRC, has grown to nearly 400 members, including 260 restaurant members and 150 affiliate members such as suppliers, nonprofits and business owners.

December 9, 2010
Operators may receive incentives for charging stations
Restaurateurs installing stations for electric cars might be eligible for financial incentives
December 1, 2010
Cracker Barrel to install charging stations for electric cars
24 of chain's restaurants participating in pilot project
August 18, 2010
Restaurants adopt 'green' practices to help rein in customers and cut costs

This is the first story of a four-part series about how restaurants can improve sustainability practices.

Going green isn’t exactly an easy process for restaurants, but those that make the investment – from finding ways to reduce energy use to sourcing local or organic produce – can reap significant rewards with customers and in cost savings.

July 26, 2010
Unintended consequences
A groundbreaking ban on disposable packaging in Seattle has several restaurant operators confirming that it is not always easy being green.

April 25, 2010
ACF speakers on post-recession menu trends
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. As restaurants begin to emerge from two years of recessionary pressures, new menu...
April 21, 2010
Restaurants making strides with green efforts
Restaurants continue to further their efforts to incorporate eco-friendly practices into their business.
April 20, 2010
Starbucks faces challenges in recycling efforts
SEATTLE Under fire to reduce the number of trashed cups that end up in landfills,...
April 6, 2010
Darden sets sustainability goals
ORLANDO Fla. To further its sustainability efforts, Darden Restaurants Inc. said it has set a...
March 21, 2010
Darden exec promotes eco-friendly practices
Ian Olson, director of sustainability for Orlando, Fla.-based Darden Restaurants, the parent of casual-dining chains...
March 16, 2010
How Darden plans to go green
Ian Olson, director of sustainability for Darden Restaurants, the parent of Red Lobster, Olive Garden...
February 16, 2010
Green initiatives gaining traction in restaurants
Restaurateurs say an ethical obligation to go green, as well as a desire to reap...
November 8, 2009
Aquarium applauds sustainable seafood efforts
The state of ocean life is still in decline, but there could be a sea...
November 8, 2009
Easy earth-friendly steps save the planet as well as your money
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October 18, 2009
Costly eco-friendly laws overlook industry’s proactive green efforts
The most recent issue of Nation’s Restaurant News contained a story about chef-owner Rick Bayless’...
October 11, 2009
Operators in Atlanta fight forced green conversions
Restaurateurs are fighting city officials over proposed legislation that would require businesses here to make...
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