Food Technology & Beverages

Energy-Efficient Processing Technologies

Energy consumption in food and beverage processing accounts for a significant portion of production costs and environmental footprint. As the industry seeks to meet sustainability targets and reduce operational expenses, energy-efficient technologies are emerging as key drivers of innovation. Techniques such as microwave heating, ohmic heating, high-pressure processing, and pulsed electric fields offer rapid, uniform processing with minimal energy waste. Combined with smart sensors, predictive maintenance, and AI-enabled automation, these innovations are streamlining energy management in real time. Beyond equipment, energy optimization also involves facility design, waste heat recovery systems, and renewable energy integration. This session explores how companies are redesigning their processes to lower carbon emissions while maintaining food safety, quality, and nutritional integrity. Attendees will gain insight into best practices, cost-benefit analyses, and emerging research in sustainable engineering. The goal is to showcase a holistic approach to energy efficiency from sourcing to processing and distribution aligning industry performance with climate goals and economic resilience.