GS25, 'Zero Food Waste'... Launching Full-Scale Eco-Friendly Initiatives

GS25 Signs Contract with 'MUMS'
Expands Microbial Liquid Fermentation Food Waste Processors Over 5 Years
"Enables Eco-Friendly Treatment of Food Waste Issues at Stores"

(From left) Lee Seyoung, CEO of MUMS; Sagong Min, Head of Store Operation Support Office at GS Retail; Kim Myungjong, Head of Convenience Store Support Division at GS Retail, are posing for a commemorative photo after signing the contract for the GS25 eco-friendly food waste processor.

[Asia Economy Reporter Yuri Kim] GS25 announced on the 28th that it will sequentially introduce eco-friendly microbial liquid fermentation type food waste processors over the next five years, officially launching the food waste 'Zero' project.

Since 2014, GS25 has operated a dedicated department to explore ways to efficiently manage food waste generated at its stores. GS25 stated, "We decided to introduce microbial liquid fermentation type food waste processors, which are suitable for operational efficiency, convenience, and eco-friendliness, in collaboration with MUMS, a specialized manufacturer of food waste processors." They added, "After 4 to 5 months of joint research and review, both companies developed the optimal food waste processor."

The microbial liquid fermentation type food waste processor works by mixing water and liquid microbes with food waste, processing it through fermentation and decomposition. It allows easy disposal of food waste and produces almost no odor. It is available in integrated sink and stand-alone types, enabling selective installation and operation according to store environments.

GS25 expects that the convenience of food waste disposal for store owners and employees working on-site will be greatly improved, and various issues such as odors and insect infestations caused by food waste inside stores will be significantly improved and resolved.

GS25 plans to first introduce the microbial liquid fermentation type food waste processors to directly managed stores by May, and then gradually expand to franchise stores nationwide starting in June.

Kim Myung-jong, Senior Executive Director of GS Retail's Convenience Store Support Division, said, "By introducing eco-friendly microbial food waste processors, we will take the lead in achieving zero food waste generated at convenience stores." He added, "Going forward, GS25 will continue to promote ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) management practices aimed at coexistence and public interest realization, from efficient store operations to eco-friendly activities."

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