Reducing food waste is the #1 solution to the climate crisis, according to Project DrawDown – coming above electric cars, solar power and plant-based diets

Over 1/3 of all food produced globally goes to waste

The annual value of food wasted globally is $1 trillion, and it weighs 1.3 billion tonnes.

25% of the world’s fresh water supply is used to grow food that is never eaten

2.3 billion people are joining the planet by 2050 – this will require a 60-70% increase in global food production. Or we can just stop throwing away our food!

In most developed countries, over half of all food waste takes place in the home

What can we do?

 

Buy Less

We all tend to go at the grocery store and buy everything for the month.But making a list and buying exactly what you need will help you with your food manage.

Food Preservation

Try to freeze food that is about to go bad. Also there are ways to make your food last longer with simple tricks.

Mix It Up

Many times we have small amount of leftover fruits and veggies. Mix it up for a smoothie or juice. Even google recipes with the ingredients you have left. You will be surprised what you can make.

Observe

Notice what are the foods that you throw away the most or expire before you use them. Make a list and have that in mind next time you go to the store.

 

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