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519: Getting Real About Food Waste with Mill’s Harry Tannenbaum
Dec 30, 2024
Join Harry Tannenbaum, co-founder and president of Mill, as he dives deep into the critical issue of food waste. With a rich background at Nest and Google, Harry unveils Mill's innovative food recycler that turns scraps into nutrient-rich grounds. He highlights the shocking reality that households waste more food than restaurants, costing Americans around $2,000 annually. The discussion also touches on exciting composting innovations and transformative cooking habits, proving that sustainability can taste delicious!
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- Mill's food recycler effectively reduces kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich grounds, helping households minimize food waste and environmental impact.
- Users report significant behavioral changes in shopping and cooking habits, leading to a 20% reduction in food waste and annual savings of $400.
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The Rise of Mill: Innovating Food Waste Reduction
Mill is a revolutionary kitchen appliance designed to tackle food waste by converting kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich grounds. Unlike traditional composters, Mill dehydrates food waste, significantly reducing its volume and eliminating odors. With the alarming statistic that 40% of food produced for consumption is wasted, Mill addresses the issue by keeping food from ending up in landfills where it generates methane gas. The team behind Mill aims to transform food waste into a resource, enabling users to reintegrate scraps back into the food system effectively.
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