Agri-Cycle Energy has been around since 2011 and is growing and expanding every day. Keep reading to understand how we went from being a small-scale independent farm to how we scaled up to serving clients and partners across the Northeast! Agri-Cycle’s Unique Journey 2011 to 2014 Our early beginnings started with a farm and a…
In the previous segments of our series, we’ve explored the economic and environmental repercussions of food waste. Yet, the story doesn’t end there. Food waste deeply impacts delicate natural environments and vulnerable groups of people. Transitioning from global warming to the stark contrast in food waste patterns across nations, let’s focus on the societal dimensions…
Environmental Impacts of Food Waste In the first part of our series, we delved into the staggering economic costs of food waste. But the implications don’t stop at our wallets. The environmental toll of discarded food is equally alarming, if not more so. From greenhouse gas emissions to water wastage and land misuse, the ecological…
Every year, billions of pounds of food go to waste, leaving a trail of economic, environmental, and societal consequences in its wake. But what many don’t realize is that this isn’t just about discarded leftovers or expired produce. The implications of food waste ripple through our global economy, strain our planet’s resources and exacerbate societal…
Mitigating Concerns About Food Waste Smells: A Comprehensive Guide One of the most frequent concerns we hear from potential clients is about the smell associated with food waste. “Why does my food waste smell so bad? How can I handle this?” are questions we often encounter. These are valid concerns, and the good news is…
About 130 million meals are wasted every year and about $408 billion is squandered because food is thrown away. The highest priority of the Food Recovery Hierarchy is “Source Reduction and Reuse.” This level of the hierarchy focuses on limiting food waste from an early stage of the food waste disposal process. Food scraps and…
Brunswick, Maine is rapidly approaching its deadline to complete its Food Waste Recycling Initiative in August. The goal of this initiative is to double the amount of household food waste tonnage diverted away from the landfill. Background Brunswick received a Waste Diversion Grant from the Maine Department of Environmental Protection for $19,311 supporting their three-pronged…
What is Agri-Cycle Energy? What makes Agri-Cycle Energy a good company partner? How does Agri-Cycle’s business run compared to other food waste recycling companies? Agri-Cycle Energy: A Leader in Food Waste Recycling Choosing a trustworthy and efficient food waste recycling company can be a daunting task. This post aims to simplify your decision by highlighting…
“Right to Food” On November 2, 2021, a groundbreaking amendment was added to the Maine State Constitution. It granted all residents an inherent “Right to Food”. This historic legislation states: “All individuals have a natural, inherent and inalienable right to food. This includes the right to save and exchange seeds, and the right to grow,…
We’re always excited when we show up in the news, highlighted by one of our business partners as a critical part of their business. This time, a newsletter from America’s Test Kitchen caught our eye with a focus on what they are doing to be a greener and more sustainable business. Let’s not only go…