Lead the World in Zero Waste. Right Here in North Carolina.
Your Kitchen. Your Legacy. Our Planet. Circanomics empowers NC's foodservice industry to turn sustainability into your most powerful competitive advantage.
Discover Your Impact
The Staggering Cost of Business as Usual
North Carolina restaurants generate over 500,000 tons of organic waste annually, much of which ends up in landfills. This isn't just an environmental issue, it's wasted revenue, wasted resources, and a missed opportunity for leadership.

This waste produces methane, a greenhouse gas 80x more potent than CO2.
Your Customers Are Demanding Change
73%
Customer Preference
Of consumers prefer to patronize restaurants with proven sustainable practices.
40%
Cost Reduction
Potential reduction in waste disposal costs when implementing zero-waste practices.
$50K
Tax Benefits
Maximum annual tax deduction available through food donation programs.
Inaction isn't just costly; it risks alienating a growing, conscientious customer base that values restaurants making sustainable choices.
A Circular Solution for the Kitchen
Circanomics provides the framework, tools, and economic incentives to transform your waste stream into a value stream. We help you implement a true circular economy model, right in your operation.
1
Reduce Food Waste
Optimize purchasing and preparation to minimize excess.
2
Recover Value
Donate excess food or convert waste into compost.
3
Generate Revenue
Turn sustainability into a competitive advantage.
Unlock Immediate Financial Incentives
Enhanced Tax Deduction
Donate prepared, unsold food and receive a federal tax deduction of up to $50,000 annually.
Slash Disposal Costs
Reduce landfill tipping fees by up to 40% by diverting organic waste from landfills.
Boost Revenue
Attract the 73% of customers seeking sustainable options, increasing table turns and average ticket size.
Protect What Makes North Carolina Special
From the Smoky Mountains to the Outer Banks, our state's natural beauty is its greatest asset. Leading the zero-waste movement is an urgent commitment to preserving our environment, our communities, and our North Carolina brand for generations to come.
"We don't inherit the earth from our ancestors; we borrow it from our children."
How Circanomics Powers Your Zero-Waste Journey
Assess
We analyze your waste stream to identify donation, compost, and reduction opportunities.
Connect
We integrate you into the Circa.directory, linking you with local nonprofits and compost facilities.
Incentivize
You earn Circa Rewards for every pound diverted, redeemable for local goods and services.
Track & Report
Our dashboard quantifies your environmental and financial impact for marketing and tax purposes.
Join NC's Vanguard of Sustainable Restaurants
"Partnering with Circanomics wasn't just the right thing to do—it was the smartest business decision we made this year. Our costs are down, our customer loyalty is up, and our staff is prouder than ever."
— James Whitaker, Executive Chef at Harvest Table, Asheville
Join the growing community of forward-thinking NC restaurants that are turning sustainability into a business advantage while protecting our state's natural beauty.
Success Stories: The Proof is in the Plate
Restaurants across North Carolina are already seeing 15-20% increases in customer satisfaction and $10,000+ in annual savings after implementing our zero-waste program.
Your Table is Set. The World is Watching.
Be the leader who redefines what it means to be a North Carolina restaurant. Schedule a free, no-obligation waste audit and discover your path to profitability and planet-positive performance. We built a sustainability standard that is compatible with ISO-14001 standards.
Join the movement that's putting North Carolina on the map as a sustainable culinary destination.