Zurich’s bold new project slashes food waste by 60% in hospitality
The Canton of Zurich, along with the cities of Zurich and Winterthur, are backing the 'Food Save Zurich' project, aiming to reduce food waste in the hospitality industry. Interested businesses can already register to participate, with the initiative set to launch in 2026.
The project, led by United Against Waste, will enable 30 gastronomy businesses in the Zurich canton to join at a reduced rate in partnership with Reffnet. It's open to various types of catering providers across the canton, including restaurants, hotels, and other catering operations.
Food waste in the hospitality industry is a significant issue, with each kilogram of avoidable waste costing businesses an average of 24 Swiss francs. The 'Food Save Zurich' project aims to help businesses track and reduce this waste, offering substantial savings potential both ecologically and economically. Annually, Zurich's food service sector generates nearly 40,000 tons of food waste, accounting for 14 percent of the canton's total environmental impact from food losses.
The 'Food Save Zurich' project, financially backed by the Canton of Zurich, the cities of Zurich and Winterthur, and the association Reffnet, seeks to cut preventable food waste by an estimated 30 to 60 percent. By supporting businesses in measuring, cutting, and preventing waste, the project aligns with the broader sustainability and climate-friendly food strategies of the Canton and its cities.
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