The InterContinental Fujairah Resort, part of the InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), has reported a more than 50% drop in waste in six months after partnering with tech firm Winnow. IHG first tapped into the technology to reduce food waste in its hotels by 30%. In an interview at the hotel on Tuesday, CEO and founder David Clark said that his company is now working with Winnow, which helps companies manage their waste, to help it achieve this goal. IHG has deployed the system in seven hotels across Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Africa, with 30 more expected. The group is exploring a roll-out to the Americas and China.
The InterContinental Fujairah Resort, part of the InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), has reported a more than 50% drop in waste in six months after partnering with tech firm Winnow. IHG first tapped into the technology to reduce food waste in its hotels by 30%. Winnow's system uses an intelligent camera, smart scales and AI-based smart meter technology to identify which foods are most wasted, helping to adjust purchases accordingly. IHG has deployed the system in seven hotels across Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Africa, with 30 more expected. The group is exploring a roll-out to the Americas and China.