Zera™ Food Recycler by Whirlpool: Modern Solution for Food Waste

In today's modern world, the issue of food waste disposal is a pressing concern. Unlike plastics, food waste can be processed using fewer resources. Yet, over 90% of food waste ends up in landfills, where it slowly decomposes, polluting the air with methane and other harmful compounds. Properly handling this waste can quickly turn it into beneficial fertilizers. With the introduction of the Zera™ Food Recycler, a new device from Whirlpool, this recycling process is now achievable right in your kitchen!

What is the Innovation About?

The device is designed to operate in the kitchen. Despite its substantial weight (almost 120 kg), its dimensions are quite compact: 23x56x86 cm. The appliance is smaller in size compared to a washing machine or dishwasher. According to the manufacturer, it can process nearly 200 kg of food waste per year, which is more than enough for an average family.

Therefore, you can easily set up the device in your kitchen and use it as waste accumulates. The recycling process takes exactly one day, resulting in environmentally friendly compost. However, the compost produced may not be fully ready — to maximize its benefits, it's advisable to let it sit for a couple more weeks outdoors.

The Zera™ Food Recycler is an ideal solution for individuals living in private homes or those with even a small backyard. Using it, you can enrich the soil every spring, rejuvenating its mineral composition.

The Zera™ Food Recycler Device

The primary component of the appliance is a replaceable cartridge made of coconut fiber and soda, which aids in waste processing. The recycling process involves:

• Loading waste into the collection unit, which is sealed with a sliding lid for airtight operation.
• Once the device is started, the waste goes into the mixing chamber, where it is further shredded.
• The shredded waste then enters the processing chamber, where necessary reactions occur under the influence of temperature and catalysts in the replaceable cartridge.
• The final compost is collected in the output tray.

Additionally, a charcoal filter is employed to eliminate any odors within the device.

Main Advantages of Zera™ Food Recycler

This revolutionary device addresses several critical issues, allowing you to:

• Quickly and affordably dispose of food waste;
• Significantly reduce overflowing urban landfills;
• Save on waste transportation to landfills;
• Obtain high-quality fertilizer;
• Most importantly - improve the environment!

The release of this innovation is anticipated in spring 2017. While its cost remains undisclosed, preliminary estimates suggest the device may range from $700 to $1200 in various countries.