{"id":14413,"date":"2024-10-17T11:37:54","date_gmt":"2024-10-17T09:37:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.melform.com\/?p=14413"},"modified":"2024-10-17T12:42:22","modified_gmt":"2024-10-17T10:42:22","slug":"reducing-food-waste","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.melform.com\/en\/insights\/reducing-food-waste\/","title":{"rendered":"Reducing food waste through cold chain optimization: MELFORM SOLUTION"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\">[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\r\n<div class=\"reader-image-block reader-image-block--full-width\">\r\n<figure class=\"reader-image-block__figure\">\r\n<div class=\"ivm-image-view-model \">\r\n<div class=\"ivm-view-attr__img-wrapper \"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"ember2910\" class=\"ivm-view-attr__img--centered reader-image-block__img evi-image lazy-image ember-view\" src=\"https:\/\/media.licdn.com\/dms\/image\/v2\/D4D12AQHowr9w_tcXfg\/article-inline_image-shrink_1500_2232\/article-inline_image-shrink_1500_2232\/0\/1728928698633?e=1734566400&amp;v=beta&amp;t=mGmiz2O2cUR1daZ72RRjeLDGk4P89LUVf8qYILJe1SI\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<p id=\"ember2911\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\"><strong>Food waste<\/strong> represents <strong>a global challenge<\/strong> with significant <strong>economic<\/strong>, <strong>environmental<\/strong>, and <strong>social impacts<\/strong>. According to the <em>FAO<\/em>, approximately <strong>one-third of the food produced worldwide is wasted each year<\/strong>, totaling <strong>1.3 billion tons of food lost<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n<p id=\"ember2912\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\">One of the <strong>main causes<\/strong> of this waste is inadequate management of the cold chain, which compromises the freshness and safety of perishable food during transportation and storage.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"reader-image-block reader-image-block--full-width\">\r\n<figure class=\"reader-image-block__figure\">\r\n<div class=\"ivm-image-view-model \">\r\n<div class=\"ivm-view-attr__img-wrapper \"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"ember2914\" class=\"ivm-view-attr__img--centered reader-image-block__img evi-image lazy-image ember-view\" src=\"https:\/\/media.licdn.com\/dms\/image\/v2\/D4D12AQF-IN6Fp4ixKw\/article-inline_image-shrink_1500_2232\/article-inline_image-shrink_1500_2232\/0\/1728934836642?e=1734566400&amp;v=beta&amp;t=99KSwEit_nOwkNNhgw90VBR5VTizgzyeHgmKez4rI9g\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"reader-image-block reader-image-block--full-width\">\r\n<figure class=\"reader-image-block__figure\">\r\n<div class=\"ivm-image-view-model \">\r\n<div class=\"ivm-view-attr__img-wrapper \"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"ember2916\" class=\"ivm-view-attr__img--centered reader-image-block__img evi-image lazy-image ember-view\" src=\"https:\/\/media.licdn.com\/dms\/image\/v2\/D4D12AQElEEba9LulOw\/article-inline_image-shrink_1500_2232\/article-inline_image-shrink_1500_2232\/0\/1728934973003?e=1734566400&amp;v=beta&amp;t=dabpKw_jHFHX5xqDxAWxFpPDbJ_kvpSd7jFB_tsZQX8\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<p id=\"ember2917\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\"><strong>2.1 Main causes of food waste<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p id=\"ember2918\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\">Food losses occur at various stages of the supply chain:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>Production and harvesting<\/strong>: Approximately <strong>14%<\/strong> of the food produced is lost due to distribution and storage problems before reaching consumers.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Storage<\/strong>: Inefficiencies at this stage can lead to losses of up to <strong>10%<\/strong>, due to poor preservation practices and malfunctions of refrigeration systems.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Transportation<\/strong>: This is a critical phase, where losses can reach <strong>20-25%<\/strong>, primarily due to temperature fluctuations and distribution delays.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Retail<\/strong>: About <strong>15-20%<\/strong> of food losses occur at retail points, where inadequate inventory management and refrigeration problems can lead to spoilage.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Final Consumer<\/strong>: This is the highest risk point, with losses estimated between <strong>30% and 40%<\/strong>, mainly due to inadequate domestic storage practices.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p id=\"ember2920\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\">As the data shows, the most critical stages in the food supply chain are transportation and the final consumer.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"reader-image-block reader-image-block--resize\">\r\n<figure class=\"reader-image-block__figure\">\r\n<div class=\"ivm-image-view-model \">\r\n<div class=\"ivm-view-attr__img-wrapper \"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"ember2921\" class=\"ivm-view-attr__img--centered reader-image-block__img evi-image lazy-image ember-view\" src=\"https:\/\/media.licdn.com\/dms\/image\/v2\/D4D12AQGdDmZaar-d9A\/article-inline_image-shrink_1000_1488\/article-inline_image-shrink_1000_1488\/0\/1728931432683?e=1734566400&amp;v=beta&amp;t=hJOEPzWmsQAuBjdTFqF2FSAtAxGw-5m0jD2vDFLdSjE\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3 id=\"ember2922\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__heading-3\"><\/h3>\r\n<p id=\"ember2923\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\"><strong>2.2 Food waste in GDO and foodservice<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p id=\"ember2924\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\">In the <strong>GDO<\/strong> (large-scale distribution) sector,<strong> food waste represents about 15%<\/strong>, while in the <strong>foodservice<\/strong> sector, it rises to <strong>21%<\/strong>. A large portion of this waste <strong>is due to inefficiencies in managing the cold chain<\/strong>, particularly <strong>during the transportation and storage<\/strong> of fresh and perishable products.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"reader-image-block reader-image-block--resize\">\r\n<figure class=\"reader-image-block__figure\">\r\n<div class=\"ivm-image-view-model \">\r\n<div class=\"ivm-view-attr__img-wrapper \"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"ember2926\" class=\"ivm-view-attr__img--centered reader-image-block__img evi-image lazy-image ember-view\" src=\"https:\/\/media.licdn.com\/dms\/image\/v2\/D4D12AQH2zlunjKimhw\/article-inline_image-shrink_1500_2232\/article-inline_image-shrink_1500_2232\/0\/1728931977806?e=1734566400&amp;v=beta&amp;t=oSvUOfCE_6FY3RM8JJcayBRDBkTgTqR_RPyxcCC2iqg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"reader-image-block reader-image-block--full-width\">\r\n<figure class=\"reader-image-block__figure\">\r\n<div class=\"ivm-image-view-model \">\r\n<div class=\"ivm-view-attr__img-wrapper \"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"ember2928\" class=\"ivm-view-attr__img--centered reader-image-block__img evi-image lazy-image ember-view\" src=\"https:\/\/media.licdn.com\/dms\/image\/v2\/D4D12AQHdrZZAf-COng\/article-inline_image-shrink_1500_2232\/article-inline_image-shrink_1500_2232\/0\/1728932103208?e=1734566400&amp;v=beta&amp;t=EMQq2pp3uxGpJIhvTS-p-ShCpeOLMIaczYzRFUs7Ut8\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<p id=\"ember2929\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\"><strong>3.1 Challenges in cold chain management<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p id=\"ember2930\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\">The cold chain <strong>is essential for preserving foods<\/strong> such as meat, fish, and dairy at optimal temperatures. However, inefficiencies, such as malfunctions in refrigeration systems or inadequate storage, can lead to premature deterioration of food. <em>UNEP <\/em>estimates that <strong>inadequate cold chain management contributes to food losses<\/strong> equivalent to <strong>about 12%<\/strong> <strong>of global production.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p id=\"ember2931\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\"><strong>3.2 Economic and environmental impact<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p id=\"ember2932\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\"><strong>Food waste<\/strong> not only causes economic loss but also <strong>has serious environmental implications<\/strong>. According to the <em>FAO<\/em>, food waste is <strong>responsible <\/strong>for about <strong>8-10% of global greenhouse gas emissions<\/strong>. Additionally, wasted food <strong>generates methane<\/strong>, a greenhouse gas that is <strong>25 times more potent than CO2<\/strong> when it decomposes in landfills.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"reader-image-block reader-image-block--full-width\">\r\n<figure class=\"reader-image-block__figure\">\r\n<div class=\"ivm-image-view-model \">\r\n<div class=\"ivm-view-attr__img-wrapper \"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"ember2934\" class=\"ivm-view-attr__img--centered reader-image-block__img evi-image lazy-image ember-view\" src=\"https:\/\/media.licdn.com\/dms\/image\/v2\/D4D12AQE6q7FX60CmbQ\/article-inline_image-shrink_1500_2232\/article-inline_image-shrink_1500_2232\/0\/1728932806594?e=1734566400&amp;v=beta&amp;t=dJt8eLNMpqPJpqND_3ZYR_8xVdZLKMcMe5RFmyfgyiI\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<p id=\"ember2935\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\"><strong>4.1 Advantages of ATP certified containers<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p id=\"ember2936\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\">MELFORM&#8217;s isothermal containers, <strong>certified<\/strong> according to the <strong>ATP <\/strong>(Agreement on International Transport of Perishable Foodstuffs), represent <strong>an effective solution for maintaining food at the proper temperature during transportation<\/strong>, significantly <strong>reducing freshness loss<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n<p id=\"ember2937\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\">These containers are <strong>designed to facilitate the distribution of perishable products without interrupting the cold chain<\/strong>, ensuring a seamless transition from the production or storage center to the end user. Moreover, thanks to their <strong>modularity<\/strong> and <strong>versatile use<\/strong>, MELFORM containers <strong>optimize transportation within the vehicle<\/strong>, allowing for the carriage of products that require different temperature levels, <strong>both fresh and frozen<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n<p id=\"ember2938\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\">This approach <strong>reduces the number of vehicles dedicated to food logistics<\/strong>, making the entire <strong>process more efficient<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"reader-image-block reader-image-block--resize\">\r\n<figure class=\"reader-image-block__figure\">\r\n<div class=\"ivm-image-view-model \">\r\n<div class=\"ivm-view-attr__img-wrapper \"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"ember2940\" class=\"ivm-view-attr__img--centered reader-image-block__img evi-image lazy-image ember-view\" src=\"https:\/\/media.licdn.com\/dms\/image\/v2\/D4D12AQFkCftfW-TNlA\/article-inline_image-shrink_1000_1488\/article-inline_image-shrink_1000_1488\/0\/1728933027259?e=1734566400&amp;v=beta&amp;t=R9XZYDBP4amcEs-ZRgxxPvbGSYackS2SIGGStpN-K7g\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<p id=\"ember2941\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\"><strong>4.2 Products and customization <\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p id=\"ember2942\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\">MELFORM <strong>offers a diverse range of isothermal containers<\/strong>, including passive models equipped with eutectic plates, refrigerated containers, and autonomous refrigerated units, such as the new <em>Koala Green<\/em> line with rechargeable batteries.<\/p>\r\n<p id=\"ember2943\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\">These different types of containers <strong>are specifically designed to maintain the temperature of products consistently<\/strong>, effectively addressing the inefficiencies in the cold chain.<\/p>\r\n<p id=\"ember2944\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\">The <strong>modular design<\/strong> of MELFORM containers <strong>allows them to be customized in size<\/strong>, making them <strong>adaptable to various types of transport vehicles<\/strong>, from small vans to large logistics trucks. This flexibility not only optimizes temperature management during transportation but also <strong>ensures that both fresh and frozen products<\/strong> can be<strong> transported together<\/strong>. As a result, the need for multiple vehicles dedicated solely to food logistics is reduced, enhancing overall <strong>efficiency and sustainability<\/strong> <strong>in the supply chain<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n<p id=\"ember2945\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\"><strong>4.3 Food safety<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p id=\"ember2946\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\"><strong>Food safety is a crucial aspect of cold chain management<\/strong>. The use of MELFORM&#8217;s isothermal containers not only helps <strong>preserve the freshness<\/strong> of food but also <strong>ensures that safety standards<\/strong> are met. Perishable foods, such as meat and dairy, must <strong>be maintained at specific temperatures<\/strong> to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria.<\/p>\r\n<p id=\"ember2947\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\">MELFORM&#8217;s isothermal containers <strong>reduce the risk of contamination and spoilage<\/strong>, ensuring that food arrives safely and fresh to the end consumer.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"reader-image-block reader-image-block--full-width\">\r\n<figure class=\"reader-image-block__figure\">\r\n<div class=\"ivm-image-view-model \">\r\n<div class=\"ivm-view-attr__img-wrapper \"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"ember2949\" class=\"ivm-view-attr__img--centered reader-image-block__img evi-image lazy-image ember-view\" src=\"https:\/\/media.licdn.com\/dms\/image\/v2\/D4D12AQH778-WpDgtTA\/article-inline_image-shrink_1500_2232\/article-inline_image-shrink_1500_2232\/0\/1728933369880?e=1734566400&amp;v=beta&amp;t=WCg3igHZuOYJG12Bh5W_UJmOAHv2x0ZscQh5OBeloQQ\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<p id=\"ember2950\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\"><strong>Food waste is an urgent issue affecting all sectors of society<\/strong>, with negative impacts on both the economy and the environment.<\/p>\r\n<p id=\"ember2951\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\"><strong>Inefficiencies in the cold chain represent one of the main factors<\/strong> contributing to these losses, with significant waste occurring at every stage, from production to final consumption.<\/p>\r\n<p id=\"ember2952\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\">Adopting <strong>innovative solutions<\/strong>, such as MELFORM&#8217;s isothermal containers, <strong>is crucial to addressing this problem<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n<p id=\"ember2953\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\"><strong>These containers<\/strong> not only <strong>maintain the freshness of food<\/strong> but also <strong>ensure food safety<\/strong>by reducing the risk of contamination and spoilage.<\/p>\r\n<p id=\"ember2954\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\">With the ability to customize containers based on specific transport needs, <strong>MELFORM offers an effective response to the challenges of modern food logistics<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n<p id=\"ember2955\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\"><strong>Investing in advanced temperature management technologies is a crucial step toward a more sustainable and resilient food supply chain<\/strong>. Companies that adopt these tools can not only reduce food waste and improve product quality but also actively <strong>contribute to the fight against climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions<\/strong> associated with food waste production and disposal.<\/p>\r\n<p id=\"ember2956\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\">In conclusion, tackling the issue of food waste through cold chain optimization is not only an economic responsibility but also an ethical imperative. It is essential that all stakeholders, from production to consumption, work together to create a more efficient and sustainable food system.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"reader-image-block reader-image-block--full-width\">\r\n<figure class=\"reader-image-block__figure\">\r\n<div class=\"ivm-image-view-model \">\r\n<div class=\"ivm-view-attr__img-wrapper \"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"ember2958\" class=\"ivm-view-attr__img--centered reader-image-block__img evi-image lazy-image ember-view\" src=\"https:\/\/media.licdn.com\/dms\/image\/v2\/D4D12AQE0maqZucuQJg\/article-inline_image-shrink_1000_1488\/article-inline_image-shrink_1000_1488\/0\/1728933783613?e=1734566400&amp;v=beta&amp;t=e_tT-ynB1jApAzfBhGqHRa31Vc4O0-rAP2pxGIPD-GU\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<hr class=\"reader-divider-block__horizontal-rule\" \/>\r\n<p id=\"ember2959\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\"><em>Sources:<\/em><\/p>\r\n<p id=\"ember2960\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\"><em>State of food agriculture &#8211; Food and Agriculture Organization <\/em><\/p>\r\n<p id=\"ember2961\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\"><em>Report Sustainable food cold chain opportunities challenges and way forwards &#8211; <\/em><a class=\"app-aware-link \" href=\"http:\/\/unep.org\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\" data-test-app-aware-link=\"\"><em>UNEP.org<\/em><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p id=\"ember2962\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\"><em>spreco alimentare nel 2020 52mln ton di alimenti nella spazzatura\u201d &#8211; <\/em><a class=\"app-aware-link \" href=\"http:\/\/giovanimpresa.coldiretti.it\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\" data-test-app-aware-link=\"\"><em>giovanimpresa.coldiretti.it<\/em><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p id=\"ember2963\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\"><em>Sustainable food cold chain opportunities challenges and way forwards\u201c &#8211; <\/em><a class=\"app-aware-link \" href=\"http:\/\/unep.org\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\" data-test-app-aware-link=\"\"><em>UNEP.org<\/em><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p id=\"ember2964\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\"><em>Un quinto del cibo sprecato nel mondo mentre 783 mln di persone soffrono la fame &#8211; <\/em><a class=\"app-aware-link \" href=\"http:\/\/asvis.it\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\" data-test-app-aware-link=\"\"><em>asvis.it<\/em><\/a><em> .<\/em><\/p>\r\n<p id=\"ember2965\" class=\"ember-view reader-text-block__paragraph\"><em>Se sprecare cibo \u00e8 una questione di testa &#8211; <\/em><a class=\"app-aware-link \" href=\"http:\/\/www.duegradi.eu\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\" data-test-app-aware-link=\"\"><em>www.duegradi.eu<\/em><\/a><\/p>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<div class=\"grve-element grve-video\" style=\"\"><a href=\"http:\/\/qui%20inserisci%20il%20link%20del%20video%20da%20YouTube\">qui inserisci il link del video da YouTube<\/a><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Food waste represents a global challenge with significant economic, environmental, and social impacts. 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