How Potato Cheezz helps reduce CO2 emissions in the food industry
Sustainability is high on the agenda in the food industry. One of the key challenges is reducing CO₂ emissions without compromising on taste or functionality. As an innovative plant-based cheese alternative, Potato Cheezz plays an important role in this transition. Developed by Aviko Rixona, the product offers a sustainable alternative to traditional cheese and contributes to a lower climate impact.
Lower CO₂ Emissions Thanks to a Potato-Based Formula Instead of Milk
With Potato Cheezz, Aviko Rixona offers a sustainable alternative to cheese that is not only more environmentally friendly but also widely applicable in various food products. “By using potato as a base ingredient, we help companies in the food industry reduce their CO₂ emissions,” says Carl Wessel, Business Development Manager at Aviko Rixona.
The CO₂ emissions of Potato Cheezz are approximately 15 times lower than those of dairy-based cheese. In a Life Cycle Analysis (LCA), Potato Cheezz scores between 0.5 and 0.8 kg CO₂ equivalent, whereas regular semi-hard cheeses range between 7 and 13 kg CO₂ equivalent.
Replacing animal-based cheese with Potato Cheezz leads to more sustainable food production and a significant reduction in CO₂ emissions across the food industry. Hybrid combinations of dairy cheese and Potato Cheezz are already commonly used. A hybrid cheese bun, where part of the cheese is replaced by Potato Cheezz, already reduces CO₂ emissions by as much as 24%.
Advantages of Potato Cheezz: Taste, Texture, and Sustainability
In addition to lower emissions, Potato Cheezz offers advantages in terms of taste, texture, and versatility. The product is suitable for use in a wide range of foods, including pizzas, sauces, and ready meals. By replacing animal-based ingredients, this plant-based cheese alternative not only helps companies achieve their sustainability goals but also offers an innovative solution for conscious consumers and food professionals.
Building on the Success of Potato Cheezz: TexaPure
Following the success of Potato Cheezz, Aviko Rixona developed Potato TexaPure, a product that also uses potatoes as its core ingredient. Potato TexaPure is designed to tenderize meat and meat alternatives, with similar sustainability benefits as Potato Cheezz. Thanks to the same potato base, TexaPure offers a sustainable alternative to meat replacers and contributes to the further greening of the food chain.
Plant-Based Cheese for Sustainable Food Production
The food industry is constantly looking for ways to produce more sustainably. With products like Potato Cheezz and Potato TexaPure, it's becoming easier to reduce CO₂ emissions without compromising on quality or taste. "This makes the step toward a more sustainable food chain more achievable than ever," says Carl Wessel.
You can read the full interview with Carl Wessel on the Eiwit Trends website, where he explores the role of plant-based alternatives in the food industry in more detail. The article is in Dutch and exclusive.
