FAQs

About Plato Limpio

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What is Plato Limpio?
Plato Limpio is an educational and technological solution that helps dining services measure, reduce, and manage food waste by engaging the entire community.

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Who is it for?
Our program is designed for:

• Educational institutions (early years, primary and secondary schools, universities)

• Collective catering companies

• Corporate dining services and other group settings (care homes, etc.)

• Public administrations

What problem does Plato Limpio solve?
In many dining services:

• There is no real measurement of how much is wasted

• Money is lost without clear data

• It is difficult to make decisions or justify changes

Plato Limpio provides data, tools, and support to transform this situation.

How it works

How is waste measured?
The dining team (or even students) weighs food leftovers and records the data in our web app.
This provides clear insights into:

• Kilograms of waste

• Economic cost

• CO₂ emissions

• Most and least consumed dishes

Is it difficult to implement?
No. It is designed to integrate easily into daily operations:

• No complex changes required

• Adaptable to any kitchen or service type

• Support provided from the start

Who is involved?
The entire community:

• Kitchen and dining staff

• Diners

• Teachers

• Students

• Families

Real change happens when everyone is involved.

How long does it take to see results?
Visibility is achieved within the first months.
In the first year, many centers achieve significant reductions (between 25% and 50%) thanks to:

• Continuous measurement

• Educational actions

• Operational adjustments

Impact and benefits

What are the benefits for the institution?

BenefitDescription

Food waste reductionLess waste generated

Cost savingsDirect financial impact

Reputation improvementStronger sustainability positioning

Regulatory complianceAlignment with current regulations

SDG alignmentContribution to sustainability goals

Data-driven decisionsClear, actionable insights

Student engagementActive role in sustainability

What is the impact on students or diners?
The community:

• Develops more responsible habits

• Understands the value of food

• Participates in real projects

• Brings learning home

• Becomes agents of change

Can the impact be measured?
Yes. Our tool tracks:

• Reduction in food waste (kg)

• Economic savings

• Avoided CO₂ emissions

All with clear, visual data for management and families.

Training and community

Does it include training?
Yes. We offer tailored training for:

• Students

• Teachers

• Kitchen staff

• Families

As well as workshops, activities, and consulting services.

What kind of activities are included?

• “Waste Detectives”

• Classroom workshops and challenges

• Competitions

• Family engagement activities

• Practical experiences (visits, events, etc.)

Is there a Plato Limpio community?
Yes. Being part of Plato Limpio means access to:

• A space to share experiences

• Resources and best practices

• Visibility for the institution (social media, newsletters, etc.)

Implementation and conditions

What does a center need to do to get started?

1. Sign the commitment

2. Carry out an initial assessment

3. Start measuring

4. Analyze data

5. Implement actions

6. Evaluate results

Does it have a cost?
The model is accessible and scalable, based on a subscription depending on the number of centers, including:

• Software access

• Training

• Community

• Ongoing support

Does it help with regulatory compliance?
Yes. Plato Limpio supports compliance with current food waste and sustainability regulations and aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Is there any recognition?
Centers can obtain the “Plato Limpio Center” badge, recognizing their commitment to reducing food waste.

Other

Does Plato Limpio only measure or also reduce waste?
Both. Measurement is just the first step.
Plato Limpio also:

• Analyzes root causes

• Proposes actions

• Supports implementation

• Drives behavior change

What makes Plato Limpio different?

PillarValue

TechnologyClear, actionable data

EducationBehavior change

CommunityCollective impact

It’s not just a tool—it’s a transformation project.