Discover Panasonic’s Innovations in Sustainable Food Technology

Panasonic’s commitment to innovation extends into the realm of food technology, with a range of groundbreaking initiatives. From the inventive “foodable” subscription service that combines appliances with curated foods, to the DeliSofter soft-food cooker that aids those with dietary challenges, to a sustainable “insect meal” protein product, the company leverages employee-driven innovation through its Game Changer Catapult (GCC) program. Panasonic also addresses overfishing through “Sustainable Seafood,” while its “Nature Positive” approach to Bio CO₂ Transformation technology boosts harvests and helps resolve food-shortage issues.

• A unique appliance-food combination called “foodable” is an innovative subscription service that combines kitchen appliance rentals with curated food items, offering customers diverse food experiences
• Panasonic orchestrated “co-creation and expansion” by collaborating with over 40 food industry partners to develop the service, expanding beyond rice offerings to include premium courses and bakery options
• The foodable service also reflects Panasonic’s commitment to sustainability by refurbishing and reusing returned appliances, while promoting well-being and addressing food-related social issues

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• DeliSofter by the GIFMO Company is an appreciated kitchen appliance that makes foods soft enough to let people with chewing or swallowing difficulties enjoy a variety of foods, including meats and vegetables
• The cooker was conceived through Panasonic’s Game Changer Catapult (GCC) program, which encourages employees to propose innovative business ideas for societal benefit, highlighting the company’s commitment to employee-driven innovation
• DeliSofter addresses a specific dietary challenge and promotes a “quality-of-eat” lifestyle, significantly improving the lives of people with eating difficulties by enabling them to savor a wide range of visually appealing foods while preserving taste and nutrition

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• Panasonic’s Game Changer Catapult (GCC) program motivated Osaka-based employee Ron Whiteford to leverage his passion for sustainability and business development to propose a unique solution for society’s benefit
• Ron’s startup focuses on cultivating black soldier fly larvae to produce “insect meal,” an eco-friendly protein ingredient for animal feed and pet food, which is nutritious, complete with essential amino acids, and has a lower environmental footprint than traditional livestock farming
• The project also leverages Panasonic’s energy-saving lighting and manufacturing technologies, essential for reducing CO₂ emissions and providing new value to society through unconventional thinking and practical solutions

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• Panasonic takes initiatives in ocean conservation and “Sustainable Seafood” harvesting practices to address issues related to overfishing and promote responsible seafood sourcing
• Panasonic was a pioneer in introducing the concept of Sustainable Seafood and corresponding food products into its corporate cafeterias in 2018, serving as an inspiration for other companies
• Fostering reforms in both corporate and personal consumption to align with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 14, Sustainable Seafood raises awareness about overfishing and change consumer behavior

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• Breakthrough Bio CO₂ Transformation technology is a proprietary biochemical process that addresses the world’s growing need for foodstuffs while taking a circular approach to carbon neutrality
• This technology is among the first tangible manifestations of Panasonic Holdings’ vision to contribute to the nature positive realm, the new R&D area in which Panasonic Corporate R&D Division is taking initiative to get ahead of the game  
• The innovative process converts atmospheric CO₂ into plant growth-promoting biomolecules that enhance crop yields when applied as a spray and holds great promise for solving food-shortage issues

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