Food Waste
⭐ MasteredAbout one third of the world's food is wasted. Plan meals, store food properly, use leftovers and compost scraps to cut waste and save money.
Wasting food also wastes water and energy used to grow it.
All about Food Waste
Food waste is food that is thrown away instead of being eaten. Around one third of all food produced in the world is lost or wasted, which wastes water, energy and land. Wasted food in landfill also produces methane, a powerful greenhouse gas.
You can cut food waste by planning meals, buying only what you need, storing food properly, using leftovers creatively and composting scraps. Reducing waste saves money as well as the planet.
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Real-life uses of Food Waste
- Making soup from leftover vegetables
- Freezing bread before it goes stale
- Composting peelings at home or school
Frequently asked questions about Food Waste
What is composting?
Letting food scraps and garden waste break down into a rich soil improver with the help of microbes and worms.
Are food waste and food loss the same?
Food loss happens earlier in the supply chain, such as on farms. Food waste happens later, at shops and homes.
How can I tell if food is still good?
Use your senses, check the label and follow storage advice. If in doubt, throw it out to stay safe.