Here’s how we solve the planet’s food waste problem, Calin Moldovean

The challenge of global food waste is immense, with approximately a third of all food produced for human consumption getting lost or wasted. Solving this problem requires a multifaceted approach that encompasses various strategies and solutions. One of the effective methods to mitigate food waste is by leveraging community-centered technology and innovation. Organizations like D-Lab at MIT work towards developing low-cost and accessible technologies that communities can utilize to process and preserve food, thereby reducing waste. Such technologies can be particularly beneficial in low-resource settings, enabling communities to maximize the utility of produced food, enhance food security, and contribute to environmental sustainability.

Additionally, education and awareness-raising play a crucial role in addressing food waste. By providing communities with the knowledge and skills necessary to efficiently manage food resources, individuals are empowered to make informed choices that minimize waste. Training programs, workshops, and educational initiatives focused on sustainable food production, preservation, and consumption can significantly contribute to reducing global food waste. These efforts, coupled with policy support and collaboration among various stakeholders, can drive substantial progress in solving the planet’s food waste problem, fostering a more sustainable and food-secure future.

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In the U.S., individuals throw away some 27 million tons of food a year, amounting to 43 percent of all food waste nationwide. In the UK, household waste accounts for 70 percent of losses beyond the farm. Trashing food happens for many reasons: We buy too much. We don’t use it in time. We forget to eat the leftovers. To Liz Goodwin, director of Food Loss and Waste at the World Resources Institute, it all boils down to the fact that food is now a throwaway item. “We know we can get more, so it doesn’t really matter,” she said.

https://d-lab.mit.edu/news-blog/news/heres-how-we-solve-planets-food-waste-problem

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