In a time of climate change, water scarcity and rising food prices, wasting food puts even more pressure on already strained systems.
On #ZeroWasteDay, UNEP Executive Director @andersen_inger calls for action to reduce food waste and build more resilient food systems.
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Food loss and waste generate up to 10% of global greenhouse gas emissions, and food waste alone drives up to 14% of global methane emissions.
Reducing food loss and waste is important to decrease emissions and limit warming.
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Food waste is not only an environmental and economic issue; it also exacerbates food insecurity and weakens resilience at a time of global instability.
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Food loss and waste cost the world around US$1 trillion annually.
Reducing waste cuts emissions, saves resources, and protects public and household budgets.
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At a time of growing conflict and economic pressure, reducing food waste offers a practical way to strengthen food security and protect vulnerable communities.
It also supports economic stability and more resilient, efficient food systems.
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“Every day, we throw away enough to prepare one billion meals.”
While millions go hungry, food waste is putting pressure on our climate, ecosystems and food security.
On #ZeroWasteDay, @UN Secretary-General @antonioguterres calls for change in how we produce, use and value food.