Today, 60 million acres of U.S. farmland are being used to produce fuel, and 40% of all corn grown in the US is converted to ethanol. The amount of land dedicated to fuel production harms the climate and consumers as the growing global land squeeze threatens food security.
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1 in 10 people remain malnourished globally.
At the same time, 24% of the world’s calories go uneaten.
Excessive food loss and waste is caused by a wide range of issues, from technological challenges to consumer behaviors. @WRIFood examines solutions: https://t.co/aPZiIqQQhf
Reducing food loss and waste can cut greenhouse gas emissions and help solve the triple planetary crisis.
Find out what steps you can take to reduce food loss and waste: https://t.co/1Q1DUueMOy
We are living in a world of extremes. And additional warming will only increase the magnitude of these changes.
In light of the latest @IPCC_CH findings, here are 7 graphics to help you visualize what's needed next on climate action 👇
Cutting food waste reduces trash and fights climate pollution. And it's easy with a little prep. @NRDC has 8 tips to reduce food waste at home. https://t.co/7gOimx8P9y #FoodWasteActionWeek
The world is experiencing rocketing food prices & people are going hungry. We cannot ignore the multiple benefits of reducing #FoodWaste. In my new blog, I explain why #FoodWasteActionWeek is so important during a #CostOfLivingCrisis & a #ClimateCrisis. https://t.co/GULhGn4DdJ
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Jane Weaver - Oblique Fantasy
Lizzie No - Sweeter Than Strychnine
Alice Glass - Pinned Beneath Limbs
Elles - Anthem
Tiger SLM - Tokyo Business
Lucius - Next to Normal
and BDF!
We’re #hiring for two exciting roles @WRIFood at the intersection of #food + #climatechange! They are both hybrid and based out of Washington, D.C. Apply by Feb 10, 2023.
Member Engagement Specialist: https://t.co/whuNHDlS0b
Member Engagement Coordinator: https://t.co/x3I3TGS4E8
Join @CECweb at these @UNBiodiversity@CBD_COP15 side events:
9 December at 8:30 ET: Communicating Behavior Change in North America
14 December at 13:15 ET: Montreal: Hub of International Action on Biodiversity
More #COP15 info: https://t.co/CSZFWmWVHO
With holiday season in full swing, it is essential to keep in mind the food you choose to serve or eat has an impact on the planet. @BMLipinski discusses ways to enjoy your favorite seasonal foods while being sustainable 👇
https://t.co/oEAQwi4JgT
Did you know that food waste is responsible for 8-10% of greenhouse gas emissions globally?
Tune in to our live event TODAY @ 7pm EET/12pm EST/5pm GMT to learn how all sectors can address this problem at scale. #FoodIsNeverWaste
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