Non-thermal processing techniques for sustainable food supply chains
This review examines the role of non-thermal food processing technologies in fostering sustainable food supply chains. Emphasizing energy conservation, carbon emission reduction, and circular economy principles, we investigate various non-thermal methods, their industrial applications, and societal...
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| description | This review examines the role of non-thermal food processing technologies in fostering sustainable food supply chains. Emphasizing energy conservation, carbon emission reduction, and circular economy principles, we investigate various non-thermal methods, their industrial applications, and societal impacts. Nonthermal technologies, including Pulsed Electric Fields, High Hydrostatic Pressure, Cold Atmospheric Plasma, and Light-Based Technologies, have been scrutinized for their potential to address conventional processing challenges. These techniques significantly enhance food safety and quality while minimizing environmental footprints. We explore recent progress and industrial applications indicating their effectiveness in extending shelf life, preserving nutritional values, and reducing resource consumption. The societal inferences, safety attention, regulatory issues, and consumer acceptance of these technologies are also discussed, highlighting the health rewards and the necessity for increased awareness and education. The review stresses nonthermal processing's pivotal role in promoting sustainable food systems by mitigating food waste, conserving resources, and lowering carbon emissions. It concludes with a call for current research and alliance to fully realize the potential of nonthermal technologies in securing a sustainable future for food production and consumption. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-fff9f8ad4daf49198e9ddbc9c8674b0c2025-08-20T03:45:14ZengElsevierSustainable Futures2666-18882025-06-01910065810.1016/j.sftr.2025.100658Non-thermal processing techniques for sustainable food supply chainsKaiser Younis0Kausar Jahan1Ovais Shafiq Qadri2Khwaja Osama3Owais Yousuf4Department of Food Technology, Thangal Kunju Musaliar Institute of Technology, Kollam, Kerala 691505, IndiaDepartment of Biosciences, Integral University Lucknow, U.P, IndiaDepartment of Biotechnology, Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology, Punjab, IndiaDepartment of Bioengineering, Integral University Lucknow, U.P, IndiaDepartment of Food Technology, Islamic University of Science and Technology, JK, India; Corresponding author: Department of Food Technology, Islamic University of Science & Technology, Awantipora-192122, JK, India.This review examines the role of non-thermal food processing technologies in fostering sustainable food supply chains. Emphasizing energy conservation, carbon emission reduction, and circular economy principles, we investigate various non-thermal methods, their industrial applications, and societal impacts. Nonthermal technologies, including Pulsed Electric Fields, High Hydrostatic Pressure, Cold Atmospheric Plasma, and Light-Based Technologies, have been scrutinized for their potential to address conventional processing challenges. These techniques significantly enhance food safety and quality while minimizing environmental footprints. We explore recent progress and industrial applications indicating their effectiveness in extending shelf life, preserving nutritional values, and reducing resource consumption. The societal inferences, safety attention, regulatory issues, and consumer acceptance of these technologies are also discussed, highlighting the health rewards and the necessity for increased awareness and education. The review stresses nonthermal processing's pivotal role in promoting sustainable food systems by mitigating food waste, conserving resources, and lowering carbon emissions. It concludes with a call for current research and alliance to fully realize the potential of nonthermal technologies in securing a sustainable future for food production and consumption.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666188825002266Nonthermal technologiesSustainable food supply environmental impactIndustrial ApplicationsConsumer Acceptance |
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| title | Non-thermal processing techniques for sustainable food supply chains |
| title_full | Non-thermal processing techniques for sustainable food supply chains |
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| title_short | Non-thermal processing techniques for sustainable food supply chains |
| title_sort | non thermal processing techniques for sustainable food supply chains |
| topic | Nonthermal technologies Sustainable food supply environmental impact Industrial Applications Consumer Acceptance |
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