A Dutch company, Greencovery, is pioneering the upcycling of food industry byproducts into edible ingredients. The company's patented technology, known as mild separation, extracts valuable compounds from leftover materials, reducing waste and creating new revenue streams for manufacturers. According to the United Nations Environment Programme, the world wasted 1.05 billion metric tons of food in 2022, equivalent to 19% of the food available to consumers. This not only affects the environment but also contributes to 8-10% of global greenhouse gas emissions, nearly five times the emissions from the aviation sector. Greencovery's approach focuses on recovering useful compounds from side streams, which are materials left over after a factory produces its main product. The company's mild separation technology uses less energy and water than other separation methods, making it a more sustainable option. By upcycling food industry byproducts, Greencovery aims to reduce waste and create a more circular economy. The company's innovative approach has the potential to make a significant impact on the environment and the food industry as a whole.