Definition
Food waste is the unnecessary waste or loss of uneaten food because it is thrown out or discarded. Food waste contributes to excess carbon emissions and land usage due to the excess strain placed on the food industry.
What Can I Do?
as a student…
- Reduce meat consumption (you could try going vegetarian or vegan for a period of time)
- Eat more white meats
- Grow some of your own food
as an adult…
- Purchase sustainably grown and packaged food
- Set up a composting bin
Lesson Plan