ReFED

Food Rescue US is dedicated to alleviating food insecurity in America by facilitating the transfer of excess food from restaurants to those in need. Utilizing a technology-driven, volunteer-based platform, the organization operates a mobile application that connects volunteers with local food providers. This approach not only reduces food waste but also streamlines the process of delivering fresh produce and perishables. By minimizing costs associated with staffing, transportation, fuel, and insurance, Food Rescue US effectively enhances the efficiency of food distribution, ensuring that usable food reaches individuals facing food insecurity.

ConnectedFresh specializes in food safety temperature monitoring utilizing Internet of Things (IoT) technology. The company's cloud-based platform offers a range of solutions that include temperature logging, energy consumption monitoring, leak detection, and kitchen air quality assessment. It also addresses in-transit temperature management, warehouse conditions, worker safety, bathroom cleanliness, and wine storage. By employing low power sensors that collect and encrypt temperature and humidity data, ConnectedFresh enables businesses in the restaurant, grocery, and warehouse sectors to proactively identify issues. The system alerts users through email or text notifications, helping to reduce food wastage, enhance health safety, and ensure a secure environment for customers. Additionally, ConnectedFresh offers custom IoT solutions tailored to clients' specific needs, further optimizing resource management and operational efficiency.

Center for EcoTechnology is a non-profit Environmental services firm helping people and businesses save energy & reduce waste.

Afterlife Ag is to prevent food waste from going into landfills so we can reduce the amount of greenhouse gas emissions generated each year.

Food Cycle provides consumers mess-free option for diverting their food waste from the landfill and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. It reduces food waste, hazardous emissions, and waste management expenses while producing a nutrient-rich residue that may be added to compost and soil.

UCANR is the bridge between local issues and the power of UC research that aims to improve the lives of all Californians.

Transparent Path is a logistics technology company focused on enhancing supply chain visibility for perishable goods, addressing issues of waste, cost, and risk. Founded in 2018 and restructured as a social purpose corporation in 2020, the company combines advanced technologies such as AI, IoT, and machine vision to modernize outdated supply chain practices. Their flagship product, the Transparent Path Visibility Platform, utilizes cellular sensors affixed to pallets, providing real-time data on location and environmental conditions to prevent spoilage and ensure product safety. Additional offerings include FreshScore, a predictive freshness algorithm that helps optimize product routing, and ProofScore, an algorithm that evaluates transparency in supply chains. These innovations not only help reduce operational losses but also promote environmental sustainability by minimizing waste. Transparent Path serves a diverse clientele, including sectors such as food, pharmaceuticals, and construction chemicals, and has established partnerships with notable organizations like Intel and ReFED. The company is actively working towards scaling its operations and expanding its offerings.

Growing Places assists in promoting and teaching sustainable food production, preparation, and consumption.

Food Shift collaborates with communities, businesses and governments to develop sustainable solutions that reduce wasted food and hunger. The company works in the San Francisco Bay Area to design and implement community-level programs in partnership with local organizations. They work with businesses, organizations, and institutions to recover food and develop customized programs that reduce food waste and cut costs, while they also collaborate with municipalities and counties to research and recommend effective government interventions to improve food recovery and distribution. Food Shift was founded by Dana Frasz and is based in Oakland, California.

Blue Earth Compost specializes in food scrap recycling, transforming organic waste into nutrient-rich compost. The company collects food scraps from residents and delivers the finished compost to neighborhood gardens, promoting sustainable gardening practices. In addition to its recycling services, Blue Earth Compost actively engages with local communities by partnering with schools, non-profits, activist organizations, and church groups to educate the public on recycling and composting. Through these initiatives, the company aims to foster environmental awareness and encourage healthy plant growth in urban areas.

Wisely System is a patent-pending smart food storage container that monitors the temperature and storage conditions of perishable foods using hardware, software, and sensors.