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Read more about the article Data-Driven Sustainability: Key Takeaways from GSTC Summit in Phuket 
A Global Benchmark: GSTC2026 brought together the world's leading experts to define the standards of tomorrow.

Data-Driven Sustainability: Key Takeaways from GSTC Summit in Phuket 

The GSTC2026 Global Sustainable Tourism Conference recently concluded in Phuket, Thailand, serving as a powerful catalyst for the industry’s transition toward measurable resource efficiency. From April 21–24, tourism leaders and sustainability practitioners…

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Read more about the article Webinar with SGS Thailand Recap: Global Sustainability Standards & The New Hospitality Paradigm 
Setting the Gold Standard: The Athenee Hotel serves as a primary case study for integrating global sustainability standards into luxury operations.

Webinar with SGS Thailand Recap: Global Sustainability Standards & The New Hospitality Paradigm 

The hospitality and events industry is undergoing a radical shift toward verified sustainability. In a recent high-impact webinar, Apiwan Pitchayadecha from SGS Thailand joined forces with Teeka Teeka-uttamakorn from The PLEDGE on Food Waste and Prasertchai (Chef Jacky) Trongvanichnam from The Athenee Hotel to outline the "2026 Hospitality Paradigm".   Here…

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Read more about the article Navigating Directive (EU): From Food Waste Ambition to Measurable Impact
The EU flag symbolizes the unified legislative front driving the transition to a circular economy.

Navigating Directive (EU): From Food Waste Ambition to Measurable Impact

The global hospitality and food service sectors have reached a definitive turning point. With the introduction of Directive (EU) 2025/1892, the European Union has officially transitioned food waste reduction from…

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Read more about the article The PLEDGE on Food Waste Partners with Squizify to Strive towards Digitalized Zero-Waste Kitchen Operations 
The PLEDGE on Food Waste x Squizify: Bridging the gap between sustainability certification and real-time digital kitchen operations.

The PLEDGE on Food Waste Partners with Squizify to Strive towards Digitalized Zero-Waste Kitchen Operations 

The PLEDGE on Food Waste has officially announced a strategic partnership with Squizify, a leader in automated digital ecosystems for food safety and compliance. This collaboration integrates high-level sustainability certification with cutting-edge food waste management…

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Read more about the article Webinar: Navigating the EU’s New Food Waste Mandates 
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Webinar: Navigating the EU’s New Food Waste Mandates 

The transition from voluntary food waste reduction to mandatory compliance is here. With Directive (EU) 2025/1892, the European Union has set a 30% reduction target by 2030, transforming sustainability from a CSR…

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Read more about the article From Surplus to Star: Chef Walter el Nagar on the Power of Zero-Waste Cooking   
Chef Walter el Nagar at Refettorio Geneva, a premier certified site of The PLEDGE on Food Waste.

From Surplus to Star: Chef Walter el Nagar on the Power of Zero-Waste Cooking   

In the heart of Geneva, a culinary revolution is taking place that transcends the plate. Refettorio Geneva, led by Walter el Nagar, Founder and Executive Director of Fondazione Mater, is proving that fine dining and radical…

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Beyond The Menu: How Kazan Palace by TASIGO Transformed Luxury into Mindful Gastronomy 

High-End Hospitality Meets The PLEDGE on Food Waste  At Kazan Palace by TASIGO and Neo Kazan Palace by TASIGO, the definition of luxury is evolving. It is no longer just about the grand glass…

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The Next Evolution of Food Waste Excellence: Deep Dive into the Six Pillars of The PLEDGE on Food Waste 

In lead-up to International Day of Zero Waste, we are lifting the curtain on our most comprehensive framework yet. The 6 Pillars of The PLEDGE on Food Waste represent a strategic shift from…

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Culinary Innovation: Five PLEDGERs’ Zero Waste Dishes Setting the Standard 

At The PLEDGE on Food Waste, we believe that the future of hospitality lies at the intersection of culinary excellence and environmental responsibility. Today, we are proud to showcase the creative ingenuity of our…

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How Refettorio Geneva Complements a Perfect One Hundred Percent Score with Zero-Waste Dishes 

We are proud to celebrate Refettorio Geneva for achieving The PLEDGE on Food Waste All-Star Level Certification for the third consecutive year. Maintaining a perfect 100% score is a monumental achievement, but Refettorio Geneva has gone…

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