Food Waste
Facts
Alarming facts about food waste and its impact on the planet.
Scale of the
Problem
Every year, 1.3 billion tons of food is wasted globally.
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Cost of
Waste
Food waste costs the global economy around $940 billion annually.
Environmental
Impact
Wasted food contributes to 8% of total global greenhouse gas emissions.
Water
Wastage
25% of the world's fresh water is used to produce food that is never eaten.
Land
Misuse
A third of the world's agricultural land is used to grow food that is never consumed.
Hunger
Paradox
While so much food is wasted, 1 in 9 people globally go to bed hungry every night.
Role of
Developed Countries
In developed countries, over half of all food waste takes place in homes.
Developing Countries'
Struggle
In developing countries, food waste often occurs during production, storage, and transport.
Meat
Industry
Wasting a kilogram of beef wastes the same amount of water as showering for 3 months.
Power of
One
An individual can save 1.5 tons of CO2 annually by reducing their food waste
Economic
Toll
The average American family spends $2,200 annually on food that is thrown away.
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Take
Action
Simple steps like planning meals, storing food correctly, and understanding expiration dates can make a difference.
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