The fast food industry is using up energy resources more than ever before due to the increasing demand for convenience and speed. This not only affects businesses’ carbon footprints but also contributes to climate change. To address this issue, many restaurants are turning to lean management systems as a way to reduce energy consumption and...

Innovations in energy management are happening in the restaurant and fast-food industries at a dizzying pace. Energy efficient restaurants with solid management systems in place are lowering spend and passing those savings directly onto the customer. With a little help from the experts, you can do the same. The History of Technological Advances In Fast...

More than ever, fast-food chains are focusing on sustainability to succeed in the marketplace. Without guidance, however, this is an uphill battle. Consumers are increasingly aware of their impact on the environment and fast-food chains must meet that demand. Fortunately, fast-food chains have a number of tools to help them reach sustainability goals. For example,...

“Energy efficiency” is a great buzzword, but how can you embrace the cause in reality? The day-to-day operations of a fast food franchise require energy consumption and waste, but with a few simple steps, your restaurant can be more efficient. Below, we’ve outlined five ways for franchisees and fast-food restaurant owners to become more energy...

As a restaurant owner or franchisee, you’re always looking for ways to cut costs and improve efficiency. Making your restaurants and equipment more energy efficient is a great way to do both. Below are several tips — but first, a reality check. Consider these sobering statistics from E Source: U.S. restaurants use an annual average...

Energy efficiency is important for all businesses, but it’s especially crucial for restaurants. Not only does reducing energy consumption save money, but it also helps to reduce your carbon footprint. According to Zero Footprint, a nonprofit highlighting the environmental impact of the food production world, food truly impacts climate change. The organization estimates that the...

Fast-food restaurant dining has been growing in popularity for years now, as customers have increasingly sought healthy or quick options when eating out on-the-go.  But as the energy efficiency trend continues to take off for fast-food restaurants, consumers are becoming increasingly conscious of where their food comes from and what it does to the environment...

When it comes to lowering your utility costs, you have many options available to you. For example, you can switch to a higher efficiency energy provider, install an energy-saving device such as a smart thermostat, or simply lower your company’s energy usage by using less energy. One thing we highly recommend doing is contacting GSE....

Operations management trends change with regularity, but they are always relevant. The work of a restaurant or fast-food franchisee is constant; it is never done. There are the immediate needs — managing costs and fees, training staff, and improving products and services.  Then there is the long game. How do you keep your customers happy...

What Is ESG? Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) refer to a set of corporate practices aimed at improving a company’s social goals. ESG initiatives are often associated with sustainability, ethical sourcing, and human rights. Many companies are now incorporating ESG into their business models in order to appeal to a wider range of consumers and...