Sustainable Disposal Methods of Food Wastes in Hospitality Operations - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798369347928

Publisher: Engineering Science Reference, 2024

Synopsis

Food waste has evolved into a global crisis, casting a long shadow over nations and the interconnected fabric of our world. The repercussions of this excess reverberate through environmental and socio-economic landscapes, demanding immediate attention. Globally, the challenge of reducing food waste is acknowledged as a linchpin in achieving a sustainable future. The book Sustainable Disposal Methods of Food Wastes in Hospitality Operations confronts this escalating issue head-on. It contends that the time is ripe for a change in waste disposal practices, advocating for sustainable methods to alleviate environmental strain, combat climate change, and safeguard public health. This book delves into the heart of waste management principles and strategies. Beyond identifying the severity of the issue, the book ventures into uncharted territories, exploring emergent debates surrounding systemic causes and solutions. In a world where information and communication technology empower organizations, a gap persists in translating these advancements into effective waste management initiatives. The book urges a holistic understanding of the issue, drawing attention to the need for collaborative efforts between governments and private industry players to bridge this divide. As it provides a global perspective, the handbook becomes a tool for those seeking to comprehend the intricate web of challenges posed by food waste and navigate towards a sustainable future.

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About the Authors

Amrik Singh is working as Professor in the School of Hotel Management and Tourism at Lovely Professional University, Punjab, India. He obtained his Ph.D. degree in Hotel Management from Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra. He started his academic career at Lovely Professional University, Punjab, India in the year 2007. He has published more than 65 research papers in UGC and peer-reviewed and Scopus/Web of Science) journals. He has published 12 patents and 01 patent has been granted in the inter-disciplinary domain. Dr. Amrik Singh participated and acted as a resource person in various national and international conferences, seminars, research workshops, and industry talks. His area of research interest is accommodation management, ergonomics, green practices, human resource management in hospitality, waste management, AR VR in hospitality, etc. He is currently guiding 8Ph.D. scholars and 5 Ph.D. scholars have been awarded Ph.D.

Pankaj Kr. Tyagi is an accomplished academician, researcher, and consultant. He is presently working as Professor at Chandigarh University, Mohali, India. Dr. Tyagi is an alumnus of Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University (Central University) and Kurukshetra University. He has over 2 decades of experience in the industry, teaching, training, consultancy, and expertise in destination management, travel process and disruptive technologies. He has published over 40 research papers in international journals indexed in the quality database and authored/edited 15 books with premium publications Like IGI-GLOBAL, Emerald Publications, CRC, Apple Academic Press and many more. He is a reviewer for many international tourism, management, and technology journals. His area of expertise is Travel Technologies, Sustainable Development Goals, Disruptive Technologies, Community Based Tourism, Meaningful Tourism, Hospitality Operations, Events and Festivals, Digital Innovation in Service Sector etc.

Anshul Garg is associated as a Senior Lecturer with the School of Hospitality, Tourism and Events at Taylor’s University, Malaysia. He is a food and beverage expert, a well-recognized hospitality trainer in the region and a seasoned researcher. His research interests include self-service technologies in the hospitality and restaurant industry, service quality, service clues, hospitality service, hospitality education, human resource management, and food waste management. He is also skilled in MS Office, Quantitative Research, SPSS, AMOS, and Structural Equation Modeling. To date, he has authored 17 journal articles, nine book chapters and one book in various SCOPUS and Web of Science-indexed journals and highly recognised publishers (Emerald, CABI, IGI-Global). He also served as a plenary speaker and keynote at various international conferences and is an active editorial board member of various journals and is an international advisory board member for numerous international conferences.

Edition details

• Publisher: Engineering Science Reference
• Publication date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798369347928
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 370
• Editor: Singh Amrik, Tyagi Pankaj Kumar, Garg Anshul