Revolutionizing Sustainability in Plant-Based Beverage Production
As the global market for plant-based drinks is projected to reach USD 71.46 billion by 2030, industry leaders are integrating sustainability and circularity into their operations. A North American plant-based food and beverage producer has made these principles the core of their approach, leading to the optimization of process efficiency in their new plant. The company uses Alfa Laval’s AlfaVap evaporation systems, which are key to water-use optimization and energy efficiency.
As the global market for plant-based drinks is projected to reach USD 71.46 billion by 2030, industry leaders are integrating sustainability and circularity into their operations. A North American plant-based food and beverage producer has made these principles the core of their approach, leading to the optimization of process efficiency in their new plant. The company uses Alfa Laval’s AlfaVap evaporation systems, which are key to water-use optimization and energy efficiency. The system processes 16,000 kgs/hr of oat drink to produce 3,500 kgs/hr of 50-55% concentrate, reducing packaging and transportation costs and carbon emissions. The system also generates three distinct streams, including concentrated oat drink and two types of condensate, which can be treated and reused, leading to significant water and energy savings. The company’s success with this efficient and sustainable model led to the opening of a second plant in a water-scarce location.
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