Since implementing the initiative LBU has eliminated its reliance on landfill, with plate scrapings and spoiled produce now used to generate renewable energy.
Working with UK businesses from across the food supply chain, ReFood collects more than 400,000 tonnes of food and drink waste every year, turning it into renewable energy and sustainable biofertiliser at its three state-of-the-art anaerobic digestion (AD) facilities.
Mark Warner, sustainability manager at Leeds Beckett University, said: “When looking for ways to reduce the amount of waste we sent to landfill, food waste was quickly identified as a key stream. Integrating a food waste recycling service was the obvious next step and what better partner to enlist than the market leader.
“Not only does the ReFood service provide a solution for all types of food waste, including scraps, spoiled and packaged goods, the team are flexible, reliable and committed to providing a personalised solution to fit exacting requirements.”
All types of food, including preparation waste, scraps and even packaged products, can be collected and recycled making disposal straightforward. Since implementing ReFood’s food waste disposal service, Leeds Beckett University has diverted 99% of waste produced in its food court away from landfill.
Philip Simpson, commercial director at ReFood, added: “Food waste is a key waste stream for educational institutions and our service offers a simple solution for this. We work with several universities across the UK to reduce their reliance on landfill, while also improving their green credentials.
“Our secure service does not require extensive changes to existing facilities and yields significant results. Our commitment to recycling food waste wherever possible is demonstrated through the flexible nature of our services, ensuring that companies across the food chain are given the opportunity to do their bit. At ReFood, we’re urging businesses and institutions to make food waste recycling a priority and divert as much waste as possible away from landfill.”