TechnologyJuly 14, 2026

valorisation

/ˌvæləraɪˈzeɪʃən/

Definition

The process of adding value to a substance or byproduct—often waste—by repurposing or converting it into a useful, marketable, or sustainable commodity.

Etymology

Derived from the French 'valorisation,' rooted in the Latin 'valere,' meaning 'to be strong or worth.' It entered English to describe the act of giving something economic or practical value.

In the news

The term is used here to describe sustainability efforts aimed at reclaiming or adding value to food production waste. It highlights the industry shift from simply discarding waste to finding productive ways to reuse it.

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