Setting an achievable ‘net-zero’ emissions goal is possible, however, it may require companies to lean less on renewables and more on a facility’s waste heat to make up the difference.
By now it’s clear that the major industries of the world must make radical changes to minimize the effects of climate change, and that includes revamping the thermal utilities that power our global food systems, which account for more than 34% of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
Some years ago, the television show “Mythbusters” tested the “5-Second Rule”—a belief that food dropped on the floor can be safely picked up and eaten as long as it happens within five seconds. The team tested samples of wet pastrami and dry crackers by placing them on bacteria-infested floor tiles for two and six seconds, then did cultures to see how much bacteria formed compared to a control.
The new 123,000-square-foot facility will increase production by more than times to help meet growing customer demand while reducing its carbon footprint at the same time.
The facility located in Graveson, France, will include avocado storage, ripening rooms and packing capability to support Westfalia’s pan-European operations.
Located within close proximity to Chicago and Milwaukee International Airports, the hub is equipped with enhanced capabilities to support the U.S. hygienic and food processing market.