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The Food Waste Dilemma: Your Guide to a Greener Plate

To mark this year's International Food Loss and Waste Awareness Day, we look at some of the best strategies to prevent food waste

byElene Peradze
September 29, 2023
in Foodscape, Style
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On September 29, the world unites on a mission: the International Day of Awareness on Food Loss and Waste Reduction. It is not just a date on the calendar but a call to action challenging us to confront one of the most pressing issues of our time.

Did you know that a staggering one-third of the food produced for human consumption vanishes every year? That’s 1.3 billion tonnes, equivalent to a trillion-dollar treasure trove! It’s a bewildering paradox — in a world where millions go hungry, a feast fit for all dissipates unnoticed.

2023 Theme: A Shared Feast of Responsibility

The journey of our food from seed to plate is under threat due to inadequate infrastructure, mismanagement, and consumer behavior. It’s time we rewrite this script. The 2023 theme, “Reducing Food Loss and Waste: Taking Action to Transform Food Systems,” beckons governments, businesses, and individuals to the table. 


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This is a shared feast of responsibility, a recipe for resilience in our food systems. Why should you care? Every bit of food waste squanders precious resources like water, land, and energy. Harnessing them would create a better, greener future.

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In the picture: Vegetables on a tray. Photo Credit: Unsplash.

Practical Tips to Reduce Food Waste

From thoughtful meal planning to supporting local sustainability efforts, here are our tips for minimizing food waste.

Plan Your Meals: Reduce food waste by making a shopping list and buying only what you need.

Embrace Leftovers: Get creative with leftovers. Transform them into new dishes or freeze them for later.

Proper Storage: Extend the lifespan of perishables by storing them in airtight containers and maintaining the right fridge temperature.

Support Local and Sustainable Practices: Consider purchasing locally sourced and seasonal produce to support farmers and reduce your carbon footprint.

Donate Surplus Food: If you have extra food, donating it to nearby shelters or food banks is a great idea.

Incorporating more upcycled foods: using imperfect, surplus, or by-product ingredients that would otherwise be discarded.

Compost Food Scraps: Transform your food waste into a compost rich in nutrients for your garden.

Let’s remember our planet’s plea. Food waste is no small contributor to climate change. The impact of scrap decomposition in landfills on our environment is significant, and it’s time to break this cycle.

It’s not just about protecting the environment but also about ensuring that no one goes hungry. In a world where hunger is a constant concern, every little bit helps to guarantee access to food for all.


Editor’s Note: The opinions expressed here by Impakter.com columnists are their own, not those of Impakter.com In the Featured Photo: Food waste. Featured Photo Credits: Unsplash.

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Elene Peradze

Elene is from Georgia and is leading marketing at Impakter. She has studied Digital Marketing at Rome Business School. Holds BA in marketing from Caucasus Business School and MA from Vilnius University/NEOMA Business School, France. In her free time, Elene enjoys attending music festivals with her friends. She is passionate about politics and helps rescuing homeless animals.

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