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Sustainable Processing in Food Manufacturing
Remko M Boom1,2
1Department of Food Science, University of Copenhagen, Frederiksberg, Denmark;
Annual Review of Food Science and Technology
|April 28, 2026
Summary
Sustainable food processing enhances raw material conversion efficiency through technological advancements. Innovations like nonthermal processing and mild refining significantly reduce environmental impact and improve food component quality.
Area of Science:
- Food Science and Technology
- Sustainable Engineering
- Biotechnology
Background:
- Current food processing methods face challenges in efficiency and environmental impact.
- Incremental improvements in unit operations are ongoing.
- System assessment tools are crucial for optimizing processing.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the technical aspects of sustainable food processing.
- To highlight advancements in raw material conversion efficiency.
- To explore methods for reducing the environmental footprint of food production.
Main Methods:
- Review of incremental and stepwise technological developments.
- Analysis of nonthermal, electrically driven processes.
- Evaluation of mild processing methods like dry fractionation and hybrid separations.
- Exploration of biotechnology for food ingredient production.
Main Results:
- Nonthermal processes reduce food component degradation and improve raw material utilization.
- Mild processing techniques enhance the quality of isolated components.
- System optimization tools like pinch technology aid in efficiency.
- Biotechnology offers revolutionary potential for food ingredient manufacturing.
Conclusions:
- Redesigning process systems for mild refining and functionality-oriented formulation is key to reducing environmental impact.
- Technological innovation is crucial for achieving sustainable food processing.
- Biotechnology presents a transformative future for food production.
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