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  Chipotle Sets Science-Based Climate Goals To Reduce Its Carbon Emissions 50% By 2030
  The brand said its multipronged approach drives efficiencies through restaurants, transportation and warehousing, supply chain and waste.
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  November 8, 2021
  Posted by Jason Brill
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  NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. — Chipotle Mexican Grill announced it has set science-based targets with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to reduce absolute Scope 1, 2 and 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. The approved targets have been classified by SBTi as being in line with a long-term global temperature increasing trajectory of 1.5°C. Cross-functional stakeholders and third-party experts are actively developing the path forward for achieving and monitoring the company's science-based targets.
  "We are passionate about cultivating a better world, and as a company with nearly 3,000 restaurants and approximately 95,000 employees, we have a responsibility to drive meaningful change," said Laurie Schalow, chief corporate affairs & food safety officer. "We are committed to continuous improvement and will actively do our part to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions and protect the planet."
  To achieve these targets, Chipotle identified the four most carbon-intensive functions of its business to reduce emissions:
  Restaurants: With a long-term goal of having 6,000 restaurants in North America, the brand said it is continuing to identify more sustainable design and development. An ongoing pilot program explores scalable construction diversion to reclaim and recycle building materials for use in future remodels and buildouts. Chipotle also aims to reduce emissions through smart Energy Management Systems (EMS) at its restaurants and partner with like-minded tenants to find efficiencies. The brand is also exploring purchasing renewable energy and integrating more efficient restaurant equipment.
  Transportation and Warehousing: Chipotle will leverage partners and innovation to reduce emissions associated with the transportation and warehousing of its ingredients and products. Additionally, with Chipotle's digital business increasing, the company will identify emissions reduction strategies for third-party and white label delivery.
  Food Supply Chain: In pursuit of its Food with Integrity ethos, Chipotle will explore protein and animal management solutions and promote carbon-reducing practices for produce and other products within the supply chain.
  Waste and Packaging: The brand will pursue closed-loop packaging solutions and leverage new market innovations to reduce its end-of-life impact. To further optimize responsible waste management, Chipotle is utilizing data to reduce overall waste, increase landfill diversion programs and enhance food waste solutions.
  ESG Goals
  Earlier this year, Chipotle announced a new environmental, social and governance (ESG) metric that ties a portion of annual incentive executive compensation to ESG goals. The objectives, which are categorized by food and animals, people and the environment, will hold Chipotle's executive leadership team responsible to make business decisions that cultivate a better world. Sharing Chipotle's Scope 3 emissions fulfills one of the brand's goals, which was originally announced for 2025 and later accelerated to 2021. Today, the company announced its 2019 Scope 3 GHG emissions were 1,419,298 MT CO2e.
  Real Foodprint
  In 2020, Chipotle partnered with HowGood, an agency with one of the world's largest sustainability databases to further its transparency efforts and better understand the carbon footprint associated with its menu items. Chipotle launched Real Foodprint on the Chipotle app and Chipotle.com, which compares average values for each of its real ingredients to their conventional counterparts against five key metrics: Less Carbon in the Atmosphere, Gallons of Water Saver, Improved Soil Health, Organic Land Supported and Antibiotics Avoided. The brand later introduced a cumulative extension of its Real Foodprint feature that allows guests to view the cumulative potential impact of all their Chipotle orders, as compared to orders using conventional ingredients, in one comprehensive dashboard on the Chipotle app and Chipotle.com.
  Editor's Note: Read our 2020 story on Chipotle's bounce back from the highly publicized foodborne illness outbreaks at its restaurants.
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  Meat Substitute Market to Grow to $6.99 Billion by End of 2027
  The increase of preferences such as veganism among consumers is expected to propel the growth of the global meat substitute market, Coherent Market Insights said.
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  November 8, 2021
  Posted by Jason Brill
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  SEATTLE — According to Coherent Market Insights, the global meat substitute market is estimated to account for $6.99 billion in terms of value by the end of 2027, experiencing a compound annual growth rate of 7.6%.
  Common substitutes are plant-based meat alternatives such as tofu, veggie burgers, faux beef and soy burgers. Though the term "meat substitute" has come to encompass practically any product which can be substituted for an animal-derived product, Coherent Market Insights said, it is particularly targeted at vegetarian meat substitutes. Even though the vast majority of meat substitute products do not include poultry or fish meat, there are some which may include eggs, seaweed and cheese. Seaweed and tofu are both derived from plant sources, but how they are created differs greatly.
  Market Drivers:
  The increase of preferences such as veganism among consumers is expected to propel the growth of the global meat substitute market, Coherent Market Insights said.
  Keeping in mind animal and environmental welfare, many individuals are inclining towards changing their lifestyle preferences, such as avoiding eating meat and dairy products. They are choosing veganism, which is an all-plant diet, over the consumption of meat. For instance, according to the U.S. National Institute of Health, there are around 9.7 million individuals who have voluntarily chosen to be vegan.
  Meat substitute is an alternative solution to sustainability, food safety and food security, and is expected to augment the growth of the global meat substitute market.
  With the increasing rate of the global population, food safety has risen as a major concern. For instance, according to the United Nations' Department of Economic and Social Affairs Population Dynamics, in 2019 the global population was approximately 7.7 billion which increased to 7.8 billion in 2020. This steady rise in population is creating more requirements for foods in the global market. While meat is a good source of protein, however, the population rise is resulting in a shortage of supply of meat, which is expected to increase the already rising demand of the global meat substitute market.
  Market Opportunities:
  An increasing amount of chronic diseases, such as cardiovascular issues, cancer and diabetes is expected to create opportunities in the global meat substitute market. While Coherent Market Insights said meat has a lot of nutritional value, it also said the consumption of some types of meat such as red meat can lead to a lot of health issues, such as heart-related issues. For instance, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, around 18.2 million adults who are 20 years or older have been diagnosed with cardiovascular diseases, and around two in 10 deaths from these diseases happen in adults who are less than 65 years old. Apart from cardiovascular issues, other health issues such as obesity and Type 2 diabetes can also alleviate from consuming too much red meat.
  Various fast food chains are also respecting the preferences of their customers and are launching new vegan options in their menu, which is expected to create good opportunities for the global meat substitute market. For instance, in November 2020 McDonald's, a global fast food chain, entered the vegan industry with its plant-based sandwich called McPlant. The chain is also planning on launching a plant-based burger in 2021, Coherent Market Insights said.
  Market Trends:
  The main trend that has taken the global meat substitute market to another height is plant-based foods launched by food chains, which are mostly known for their meat products. For instance, in December 2020, Burger King launched one of the first-ever plant-based burgers in Mexico.
  Another trend in the global meat substitute market is to add these products to a normal diet of individuals to accelerate the health and wellbeing.
  Competitive Landscape:
  According to Coherent Market Insights, key players operating in the global meat substitute market include Cargill, The Emsland Group, Puris, MGP Ingredient, Suedzucker, CHS, Crespel & Deiters, Sotexpro S.A, Ingredion, Kerry, Roquette Frères, DuPont and Archer Daniels Midland Company.
  In February 2019, the Institute of Chemical Technology in India, and a global non-profit organization, The Good Food, collaboratively promoted a plant- and cell-based meat sector through commercialization and research.
  In May 2019, Beyond Meat, partnered with Zandbergen World's Finest Meat to produce new and innovative plant-based meats in a new facility that has been constructed in Zoeterwoude, Netherlands.
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  NSF International Appoints Scott Morris, Vice President of Global Laboratories
  Morris will lead the organization's global technical and commercial laboratory operations supporting testing, inspection and certification across food, water and health sciences.
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  November 8, 2021
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  ANN ARBOR, Mich. — NSF International, a global public health and safety organization, has announced the appointment of Scott Morris to its senior leadership team as vice president of global laboratories. In this role, Morris leads global technical and commercial laboratory operations ensuring the highest level of scientific testing, quality and assessment in lab operations, the organization said.
  "Scott brings more than two decades of experience and success in laboratory services to our team. We are pleased to welcome him to NSF International and are confident that he will support our mission to protect and improve human health as we continue to expand our services globally," said President and CEO Kevan Lawlor.
  Morris has spent his entire career in laboratory services. Prior to joining NSF International, he served as president, southeast, west coast and drinking water services at Eurofins Environment Testing, where he oversaw sales and operations throughout the U.S. in addition to functions for the broader business. He has also previously held the position of chief operating officer with TestAmerica Laboratories, Inc., which was acquired by Eurofins in 2018.
  "NSF International has a 75-year legacy of protecting and improving human health around the world. The Laboratory Division has a critical role within the organization supporting all divisions — food, water, ISR and health sciences," said Morris. "I look forward to leading the hundreds of lab employees who together have created an organization that is recognized globally for its quality and excellence in laboratory testing and assessments."
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  Regulatory and Toxicology Expert Brent Kobielush Joins TAG
  Kobielush comes to TAG from Cargill, Inc., where he served as director, U.S. regulatory affairs, providing leadership and technical regulatory direction.
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  November 8, 2021
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  MINNEAPOLIS — The Acheson Group (TAG) has announced that Dr. Brent Kobielush has joined its team of experts as director, food safety. Kobielush comes to TAG from Cargill, Inc., where he served as director, U.S. regulatory affairs, providing leadership and technical regulatory direction to ensure that the company’s products and processes were compliant with all applicable Food and Drug Administration food laws/regulations, and leading the rollout of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) across 500-plus facilities across the globe.
  Kobielush brings to TAG an extensive expertise in regulatory toxicology in human and animal foods and foreign supplier verification. Bringing a wealth of national and international food safety experience to TAG, he joins a growing team of recognized food safety and public health experts. As a virtual company, TAG’s experts are located across North America and serve companies around the world; Kobielush will be located in Minneapolis, Minn.
  “We are excited to have Dr. Kobielush join TAG’s team of experts,” said TAG President and CEO David Acheson. “His strong industry background, commitment and regulatory and toxicology expertise will help to further expand TAG’s offerings and services in these areas. We look forward to Brent’s engagement with TAG clients and the 20-plus members of TAG’s food safety and public health team.”
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  Bell Laboratories Launches Four New iQ Rodent Monitoring Devices, Powered by Bell Sensing Technologies
  The products include Pulse Mouse iQ, Pulse Rat iQ, Trapper Mouse iQ and Weighted Landscape iQ.
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  November 2, 2021
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  WINDSOR, Wis. — Bell Labs announced the launch of four new iQ products at PestWorld 2021 in Las Vegas:
  Pulse Mouse iQ — mouse monitoring bait station
  Pulse Rat iQ — rat monitoring bait station
  Trapper Mouse iQ — mouse trap with sensor
  Weighted Landscape iQ — rodent monitoring bait station tray
  iQ products capture and provide PMPs with important previously unknown rodent data, giving service specialists the time they need to conduct superior rodent control service, instead of checking empty traps.
  “As the world leader in rodent control technology, Bell is committed to providing our partners with the most efficient and intuitive rodent monitoring system. The launch of our four new iQ products ensures that, whether our PMP partner is battling mice or rats, choosing to use bait or traps, they will have an iQ product powered by Bell Sensing Technologies to better protect their customers from rodents and ultimately, grow their business,” says Patrick Lynch, senior vice president of sales and general manager of Bell Sensing Technologies.
  These four new iQ products join the full iQ line-up of rodent control devices with sensors, including Express iQ bait station tray, T-Rex iQ rat trap and 24/7 iQ multiple catch mouse trap. iQ products have fully integrated, weatherproof rodent sensors, batteries and Bluetooth antennae. iQ products also provide PMPs with one of the first scalable rodent monitoring systems that utilizes the same products currently used in their everyday rodent control service.
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