Stockholm Water gives food waste disposers the go ahead
The food waste disposer category has received further backing following the decision by Stockholm Water to permit their installation in houses in its catchment area. The Swedish Water Authority’s move follows a report highlighting the associated recycling benefits of this simple kitchen appliance.
The report* was originally commissioned as part of a wider initiative to increase the production of biogas by Stockholm Water – a key requirement of which is the increased volume of organic-material arriving at a digester. During the course of the research project it became clear that food waste disposers would complement the existing local strategy of home separation and road collection***.
The report concluded that following the installation of food waste disposers in the city, biogas and sludge production would increase**, potentially providing Stockholm Water with additional saleable, recycled materials. Biogas will be then be used for city buses and other vehicles.
Joe Ferrara, managing director of InSinkErator Europe, said: “This is another feather in the cap of food waste disposers and we are delighted with the conclusions drawn by Stockholm Water, a highly respected body that prioritises environmental practices. There is significant momentum growing in the food waste disposer industry as the category becomes more widely recognised for its environmental benefits, as well as being able to improve convenience and hygiene in the home.”
For more information please contact Nick Tapper on 01223 884 600 or nick.tapper@war.uk.com.
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* - Food Waste Disposers (FWD) in Stockholm, May 2008
** - Page 40, Conclusion and Recommendations, Food Waste Disposers (FWD) in Stockholm, May 2008
*** - Page 7, Introduction, Food Waste Disposers (FWD) in Stockholm, May 2008
About InSinkErator:
InSinkErator UK, a division of Emerson Electric Co., is the UK and world’s largest manufacturer of food waste disposers and the clear global market leader. In 2007 the company launched a brand new product, the Steaming Hot Water Tap, which delivers 98 degree centigrade filtered hot water on demand.
InSinkErator products are available through a UK wide network of distributors. For more information please call 01923 297 880 or visit www.insinkerator.co.uk.
About Emerson
Emerson (NYSE: EMR), based in St. Louis, Missouri (USA), is a global leader in bringing technology and engineering together to create innovative solutions for customers through its network power, process management, industrial automation, climate technologies, and appliance and tools businesses. Sales in fiscal 2008 were $24.8 billion. For more information, visit www.Emerson.com.
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