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Special thank you to Julia Zatyko and Daisy Nicholls for their engaging content, conversation and inspiration!
Food waste is a significant problem that affects the environment, economy, and human health. Households alone contribute nearly half of the total food waste just in the U.S. Imagine all of the energy wasted when food is wasted; from agricultural production to processing, packaging, transportation, retail, and finally when it ends up in our homes and it ends up in the trash. Below are just a few of the highlights and tips from the session that will help each of us to reduce our food waste and reduce the release of methane gas when food ends up in landfills. For more tips and inspiration, try our community challenge to reduce food waste.
Meal Planning:
💰 Buy Less: Plan your meals to purchase only what you need.
🥘 Eat What You Buy: Ensure that the food you buy is consumed before it spoils.
Food Preservation:
🥫Preserve: Use methods like canning, pickling, and fermentation to extend the shelf life of foods, making
them last longer and reducing the likelihood of waste
🍙 Freeze Leftovers Early: Store leftovers promptly to prevent spoilage.
🗣️ Donate or Give Away Excess Food: Share what you cannot consume to prevent waste.
Mindful Disposal:
🥀 Waste as a Last Resort: Learn about composting to minimize waste that goes to landfills.
Support Sustainable Practices:
👩🌾 Choose Recognizable Local Brands: Support local farmers and brands to reduce the carbon footprint.
🌽 Minimal Packaging: Opt for products with minimal or recyclable packaging to reduce waste.