A free event showing food and drink businesses how to save money through improving their environmental practices will take place at Birmingham NEC on February 14.
The Food Environmental Efficiency Day (FEED) is run by government-funded programme Envirowise, which says it can show companies how to save up to £1,000 per employee just by adopting more environmentally-sound practices.
Interactive workshops will cover a range of subjects including waste and water minimisation, packaging optimisation, energy efficiency and freight operational efficiency and businesses can also access one-to-one advice by visiting drop-in clinics.
The day will also feature presentations on key issues using speakers from the Environment Agency, the National Industrial Symbiosis Programme and the Food Processing Faraday Partnership.
A keynote speech will be delivered by Defra on its Food Industry Sustainability Strategy, with a particular focus on the food processing industry.
Dr Martin Gibson, Envirowise programme director, said: “FEED will provide delegates with practical advice from a range of industry experts all under one roof. It will be an excellent first step for businesses looking to cut waste and boost profits, and should not be missed.
“With legislative pressures and demands for good environmental credentials from customers and stakeholders on the increase, businesses should be aware of the potential savings that can be made by adopting a systematic approach to environmental management.”
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