South London Pub's – Zero Waste Initiative with Oklin GG10s

Customer:

The Pig’s Head

Industry:

Hospitality – Sustainability-Driven Pub

Challenge

The Pig’s Head, a sustainability-driven pub in South London, sought to further its eco-friendly initiatives by reducing food waste and implementing a closed-loop waste system. Their commitment to sustainability extends beyond the kitchen, as they also needed a solution for paper menus, bathroom hand towels, and compostable kitchen waste, such as compostable cling film and sous vide bags.

Aiming to become zero waste, the pub required a comprehensive composting system that would support their sustainability goals while engaging their customers in the process.

Solution

The Pig’s Head installed an Oklin GG10s food waste composting machine, allowing them to compost food waste from the restaurant, alongside paper-based and compostable materials. The pub takes pride in its eco-credentials and actively educates customers through informational displays about the composting machine within the restaurant and bathrooms.

To further enhance their sustainability efforts, they transport the majority of their compost to Kent via an electric vehicle, where they maintain a ‘no-dig’ farm supplying much of their fresh herbs and vegetables. To encourage customer engagement, any excess compost is bagged into 1kg portions and displayed outside the pub for patrons to take home for their gardens.

Benefits

On-site waste reduction

The Oklin GG10s enables the pub to process food waste, paper menus, bathroom towels, and compostable kitchen waste efficiently.

Carbon footprint improvements

The use of an electric vehicle for transporting compost and the integration of a no-dig farm contributes to a more sustainable food system.

Customer engagement

Providing free compost to customers encourages participation in sustainability efforts and reinforces the pub’s commitment to eco-friendly practices.

Zero waste certification

Thanks to the composter’s contribution, The Pig’s Head was officially certified Carbon Neutral by Positive Planet on April 21, 2023.

Implementation Process

Background:

With a strong mission to achieve zero waste, The Pig’s Head required a reliable, compact, and efficient composting solution that would integrate seamlessly into their operations while maintaining their sustainability commitments.

Site Survey & Installation:

The Oklin GG10s composting machine was installed in the pub’s waste management area, ensuring ease of use for staff and seamless waste processing. The team developed a structured composting strategy, aligning with their farm-to-table approach and further reducing the pub’s environmental impact.

Outcome

Significant waste diversion from landfill

Ensuring a closed-loop waste management system.

Reduction in overall waste removal costs

Making sustainability more financially viable.

Community involvement

Through education and compost distribution, strengthening customer relationships and brand reputation.

Recognition as a leader

In eco-conscious hospitality, achieving Carbon Neutral certification.

This case study highlights how The Pig’s Head successfully leveraged Oklin’s composting technology to achieve their zero-waste goal while engaging their community and enhancing their sustainability credentials.