Biovaaka

Digital food waste tracking system for professional kitchens

Description

Biovaaka is a digital system for professional kitchens to track food waste. The system supports daily kitchen operations by measuring and categorising food waste at all stages. Food waste data becomes visible through clear reports that guide decision making and improve efficiency. The system has several modules including Biovaaka Flow, Biovaaka Pro, Biovaaka Serve, and Biovaaka View, which meet different organisational needs.

Technology

  • Cloud
  • Mobile app
  • Sensor
  • Desktop/web-based application
  • Internet of things (IoT)

The Biovaaka system uses digital scales, sensors to record and analyse waste amounts, data is sent to cloud where it is analysed, and results are available through an online dashboard. Automated plate waste tracking, visual feedback displays, and integrated reporting tools provide users with detailed insights that support waste reduction planning.

Target

  • Private sector

The solution serves restaurants, catering companies, schools, educational institutions, and large food service providers.

Business model

  • Fee for service
  • Subscription

Biovaaka operates based on subscription services and fee-based installation or deployment depending on the selected system. Customers access digital platforms for tracking reporting and analysis of food waste.

Impact

Biovaaka aims to reduce food waste in professional kitchens by making waste visible and measurable.

Partners

EIT Food and the European Institute of Innovation and Technology

Four Betters

  • Better environment
  • Better nutrition

Sustainable Development Goals

  • SDG 12: Responsible consumption and production
  • SDG 9: Industry, innovation, and infrastructure
  • SDG 17: Partnerships for the goals
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