The Consumer Goods Forum’s Sharon Bligh on ‘changing the conversation’ about food waste
The Consumer Goods Forum’s Food Waste Coalition of Action recently reported a 22% reduction in average company-level food waste intensity…
Food Waste
Food Waste reduction is recognised as one of the most effective ways to lower greenhouse gas emissions, conserve natural resources, improve food security and support the transition to a circular economy. As governments and businesses work towards climate and sustainability targets, food waste reduction has become a key priority across the global food system.
Stay up to date with the latest developments in food waste mitigation with SustainabilityOnline, including waste reduction strategies, circular economy initiatives, sustainable food systems, responsible sourcing, food redistribution and evolving policy and regulation. We explore how organisations are reducing food waste across their operations and supply chains, improving resource efficiency, adopting innovative technologies, strengthening sustainability reporting and supporting more resilient food systems.
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