QSR favorite E2America expands its efficiency systems

March 23, 2011

Efficient Energy America Inc. (E2America), which provides energy management technology in chains such as McDonald’s, Bojangles, Taco Bell and others, has…

McDonald’s Canada implements social savings platform

March 22, 2011

McDonald’s Canada has tapped Twongo LLC to launch a social savings platform that offers discounts, social media and marketing throughout its system.

16 Handles embarks upon East Coast expansion

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

Manhattan-based frozen yogurt concept 16 Handles, which began franchising in August 2010, is set to open five new East Coast stores this spring. Expansion…

Greenopia ranks top green restaurant chains

March 20, 2011

Greenopia, which researches eco-friendly retailers, services and organizations, has recently named its most sustainable restaurant chains.

NRA, Georgia-Pacific Professional to develop recycling best practices

March 17, 2011

The National Restaurant Association has announced that it will work with Georgia-Pacific Professional to identify best practices in the areas of recycling and…

Starbucks, Coke, Pepsi named as top corporate citizens

March 15, 2011

Nine National Restaurant Association members have been included on Corporate Responsibility Magazine’s list of the 2011 100 Best Corporate Citizens…

Chick-fil-A’s newest restaurant goes green

March 13, 2011

Chick-fil-A’s newest restaurant in Fort Worth, Texas, is serving as the chain’s prototype for sustainable features.

McDonald’s report outlines sustainability goals

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

March 10, 2011

Turns out the famous LTO Shamrock Shakes aren’t the only green features being offered by McDonald’s. By 2015, McDonald’s will source only palm oil that is…

Wendy’s adds Nestle Pure Life to beverage list

March 8, 2011

Wendy's has added Nestle Pure Life purified brand bottled water to its beverage lineup, answering an increased demand for nutritious menu choices.

NRA collaboration aims for zero waste

February 23, 2011

The National Restaurant Association is collaborating with the Atlanta-based Zero Waste Zone program to identify best practices, create resources and measure…

NRA names 2011 Kitchen Innovation award winners

February 22, 2011

The National Restaurant Association has announced the recipients of its 2011 Kitchen Innovations (KI) Award, which recognizes groundbreaking kitchen equipment…

McDonald’s France testing table service

February 14, 2011

There may not be an extensive wine list or a “Garçon,” but some McDonald’s France customers have been getting special treatment. About 50 of the chain’s…

Long John Silver's rebranding effort kicks off

February 10, 2011

Just in time for Lent, the busiest time of the year for seafood consumption, Long John Silver's is imparting a new marketing message revolving around the…

Dunkin' Brands, McDonald's enlist in Climate Corps

January 25, 2011

Dunkin' Brands and McDonald's have enrolled in the Environmental Defense Fund's Climate Corps program for 2011.

Seeing green: U.S. McDonald’s unit installs electric car stations

December 15, 2010

Shortly after a McDonald’s restaurant in The Netherlands installed charging stations for electric cars, a franchisee in West Virginia has followed suit.

In hot water: California Taco Bell earns green rebate

December 1, 2010

A Taco Bell unit in Albany, Calif., has earned a PG&E rebate check for installing a solar hot water system. The incentive is part of the CSI-Thermal…

It’s Electric! Dutch McDonald’s offering vehicle charging stations

November 23, 2010

One McDonald’s franchisee in The Netherlands is really thinking ahead. Panky Nefkens, who operates McDonald’s in Lelystad and Almere, is now offering his…

How company culture drives organic food innovation

by Darrel Suderman — President, Food Technical Consulting

Can new food product innovation be driven through changing the corporate culture?

McDonald's marks sustainable partnership milestone

November 15, 2010

McDonald's Corp. has spent the past 20 years working with the Environmental Defense Fund to come up with environmentally friendly innovations.

Burgerville unveils three new menu items

by Alicia Kelso — Editor, QSRWeb.com

November 9, 2010

Burgerville is heating up its breakfast menu and adding some spice to its sandwich line. Now available is the Senen's Breakfast Burrito; Green Chile Cheddar…