While some environmentally conscious consumers are doing their best to live low-waste lifestyles, some businesses are completely adopting waste-free models like the zero waste Restaurant Nolla in Helsinki. Due to our reliance on plastic, the idea of going zero waste may seem perplexing to some but with commitment, careful planning and a little ingenuity, leaders like Restaurant Nolla are setting a precedent for a more sustainable future.
The zero waste restaurant is so committed to its efforts that it has no trash cans in the kitchen and a set menu at Restaurant Nolla helps to prevent the ordering or spoilage of too much food. Notably, the restaurant also sets itself apart by making its own compost that is given back to farmers and customers for their own at-home gardens.
Zero Waste Restaurants
Helsinki's Restaurant Nolla Sends Customers Home with Compost
Trend Themes
1. Zero Waste Communities - Opportunity for cities and towns to adopt waste-free models and encourage businesses to adopt sustainable practices for a greener future
2. Sustainable Agriculture - Opportunity for farmers to collaborate with zero waste restaurants and other businesses to buy and sell compost for reuse in agriculture
3. Circular Economy - Opportunity for businesses to adopt a circular approach to their products and services, reducing waste and optimizing resource usage for a more sustainable future
Industry Implications
1. Food Service - Opportunity for restaurants and cafes to adopt waste-free models and become more environmentally responsible
2. Waste Management - Opportunity for waste management companies to explore composting and other sustainable waste reduction practices, creating new revenue streams and helping businesses go zero waste
3. Green Infrastructure - Opportunity for designers, engineers and builders to create zero waste buildings and infrastructure to support sustainable living and business practices