Sustainable Disposal Methods of Food Wastes in Hospitality Operations

Amrik Singh, Pankaj Kumar Tyagi, Anshul Garg (Herausgeber)

Media-Kombination

370 Seiten

2024
Engineering Science Reference
979-8-3693-2184-3 (ISBN)

Infos

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. This guide isn't just an academic pursuit; it serves as a call to action for scholars, practitioners, and policymakers alike. Curated for a diverse audience, including environmentalists, government officials, researchers, and students, the handbook extends its reach to lecturers, service organizations, and operational professionals. It underscores the imperative for a collective effort in redefining waste management practices, offering insights into practical solutions that extend from behavior change and social innovation to cutting-edge technologies. Sustainable Disposal Methods of Food Wastes in Hospitality Operations is not just a handbook; it is a roadmap that guides its readers towards a sustainable future where food waste is not just a problem, but a solvable challenge through informed action and collaboration.

Autor

Amrik Singh is working with Lovely Professional University, Punjab, India. He has a PhD in Hospitality Management from Kurukshetra University, India. His area of expertise is in tourism and hospitality, human resource management, sustainability, waste management, green practices, restaurant, and resort management. He has published more than 35 research papers including peer reviewed, UGC indexed, and Scopus indexed research articles and book chapters. He is associated as editorial board members and reviewers with reputed and Scopus indexed journals. 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 more than 20 years of experience in the industry, teaching, training, consultancy, and expertise in destination management, travel process and disruptive technologies. He has published over 30 research papers in international journals indexed in the quality database and authored/edited 6 books. He is a reviewer for many international journals in tourism, management, and technology. Anshul Garg is an experienced Senior Lecturer with a demonstrated history of working in the higher education industry. His research areas include Self Service Technologies, Service Quality, Service Clues, Hospitality Service, Risk and Crisis Management in Hospitality & Tourism and Tourist Risk Perception. He is also skilled in MS Office, Quantitative Research, SPSS, AMOS, and Structural Equation Modeling. He has successfully published research work in various SCOPUS and Web of Science-indexed journals and book chapters in books published by highly recognised publishers (Emerald, CABI, IGI-Global). He also presented his research at various international conferences as a plenary speaker and a presenter in Malaysia, India, Japan, Vietnam, and the Philippines and served as the session chair/moderator for various conferences in India, Malaysia, Japan, and the United States of America. He is a member of the editorial review board for multiple journals and an international advisory board member for conferences held in various countries.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 6.3.2024
• Verlagsort: Hershey, PA
• Sprache: englisch
• Maße: 216 x 279 mm
• Themenwelt: Wirtschaft
• ISBN-13: 979-8-3693-2184-3 / 9798369321843
• Zustand: Neuware