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From Dairy Waste to Durable Goods: The New Wave of Bioplastic

October 20, 2023May 1, 2024

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From Dairy Waste to Durable Goods: The New Wave of Bioplastic

As we grapple with challenges like plastic pollution and waste disposal, bioplastics offer an innovative solution. Not only do they serve as an alternative to conventional plastics, but they also give us a fresh perspective on what we've long considered 'waste.'

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Dairy Biomethane Uses: Biomethane From Dairy Waste 

October 17, 2023May 20, 2024

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Dairy Biomethane Uses: Biomethane From Dairy Waste 

The production of biomethane from dairy waste is a process that is gaining momentum across the globe. But why is this the case?  As we grapple with the challenges of climate change and the need to reduce our carbon footprint, biomethane

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The Dairy Waste Management Dilemma: Turning the Tide on Wastewater

October 13, 2023May 20, 2024

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The Dairy Waste Management Dilemma: Turning the Tide on Wastewater

From sanitizing machinery to the milk's journey through pasteurization, water is an essential ingredient in dairy processing, but not all of it ends up in the final product. If you’ve ever wondered what happens to all the excess, you’ve come to

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Alcohol From Whey: Alcohol Production Using Dairy Waste 

October 10, 2023May 1, 2024

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Alcohol From Whey: Alcohol Production Using Dairy Waste 

Did you know that the dairy industry produces approximately 190 million metric tons of whey waste annually? This poses environmental challenges, as improper disposal can lead to pollution and other issues.  One way to reduce whey waste is turning it into

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Whey from Cheese: A Guide to Eco-Friendly Management and Disposal

October 6, 2023May 20, 2024

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Whey from Cheese: A Guide to Eco-Friendly Management and Disposal

The cheese industry is a powerhouse for satisfying taste buds and contributing significantly to the global economy. However, it also produces an enormous amount of whey. In fact, around 80-90% of the milk used to make cheese will become whey. To

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  • Key Takeaways 
  • What is cheese whey?
  • Cheese whey characteristics
    • Composition
    • Types
  • What to do with whey from cheese
    • Landfilling
    • Anaerobic digestion
    • Animal feed
    • Bioplastic
    • Protein isolation for nutritional supplements
    • Direct land application as fertilizer
  • Whey processing methods
    • Ultrafiltration for protein concentration
    • Reverse osmosis for lactose recovery
    • Spray drying for powdered whey
    • Fermentation for value-added products
    • Coagulation for wastewater treatment
    • Chemical precipitation for mineral recovery
    • Incineration for energy recovery
    • Enzymatic bioprocessing
  • Whey disposal problems
    • The environmental impact of whey waste
    • How it impacts the economy
  • Regulations of cheese whey disposal
  • Conclusion
  • Whey from Cheese Reuse And DisposalFAQs

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Founded in 2007, Skip Shapiro Enterprises, LLC is America’s leading organic waste solutions company. We provide superior solutions for unsaleable finished products, liquid waste, supermarket waste, agricultural streams, byproduct and ingredient waste and are dedicated to 100% landfill diversion/recycling and beneficial reuse.

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