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Jon Trembley, Lead Cryogenic Applications at Air Products discusses waste as a supply chain challenge

Iain — Thu, 29 Feb 2024 09:05:17 +0000

A staggering 6.4 million tons of purchased food is wasted each year from homes in the UK. The greenhouse gas emissions associated with this waste accounted for approximately 18 million tons of carbon dioxide emitted. Not only is this harmful to the environment and global climate, but it has an impact on people’s pockets too. Wasted food accounts for around £17 billion each year, equating to £250…

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Sonia Guri of Air Products discusses the potential to extend shelf-life and tackle food waste

Iain — Thu, 02 Nov 2023 09:20:24 +0000

Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) is a proven and effective technology that extends shelf life and reduces food waste. It uses either a single gas or multiple gases to create a protective atmosphere around the enclosed produce. This protective atmosphere, combined with appropriate packaging and temperatures, preserves the taste, safety, and appearance of food. MAP is a mature market.

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