Did you know that 40% of food is wasted globally? What if we could turn that waste into delicious, nutritious food? In this episode of the Conscious Design Podcast, host Ian Peterman sits down with Daniel Kurzrock, CEO of Upcycled Food Inc., to discuss how upcycling can revolutionize the food industry and create a more circular economy.

Dan shares his journey from homebrewing beer in college to launching a company that transforms food byproducts into high-value ingredients. Throughout the conversation, they dive into the staggering scale of food waste and why upcycling presents a powerful business opportunity. They explore how circular economy solutions can reduce waste while creating new revenue streams for businesses. Finally, they examine the future of sustainable food, highlighting what both consumers and businesses can do to drive meaningful change in the industry.