The problem with food waste

• 30% of all food in the US is thrown out (UN Environment)
• Food waste is often incinerated, which causes pollution... instead of feeding hungry mouths, or nourishing soil as compost. 
• Food waste harms the environment, which is already stressed by food production’s demand for land, water, and the associated release of greenhouse gas emissions.

What you can do

1. Plan meals ahead of time
2. Use leftovers creatively, in multiple ways
3. Shop responsibly, with a purpose
4. Store food intelligently; don't let it go bad too soon
5. Support local initiatives, there are good-neighbor ways to help

Bottom line As individuals, we can reduce the environmental consequences of food waste by making simple adjustments to our food habits. Cultivating awareness around food waste will help us work towards a more sustainable food system.

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