As recent reports from COP29, Earth is on a dangerous path to becoming 2.7 degrees warmer due to human activities, primarily the burning of fossil fuels. This level of warming threatens to unleash catastrophic consequences—ranging from extreme floods to prolonged droughts, impacting ecosystems, livelihoods, and food security.
But hope is not lost. We all have to gear up and small changes in our lifestyles can bring bigger changes. In today’s Blog Lets dive deep into Food wastage and why we should talk about it.
Did you know that nearly one-third of all food produced globally—around 1.3 billion tons—is wasted every year?
According to the United Nations -FAO, this wastage accounts nearly 8-10% of global greenhouse gas emissions.
In addition to this,
Wasted food means wasted resources, including water, land, energy, labor.
Decomposing food in landfills releases methane, a greenhouse gas that is 25 times more potent than carbon dioxide.
What can we do?
We can start by choose Sustainable Food Options
Transitioning to sustainable food choices is one of the most effective ways to combat climate change. Would you believe that:
Reducing red meat consumption can lower your carbon footprint significantly. Producing beef emits 50 kg of CO2 per kilogram, compared to 2.5 kg of CO2 per kilogram for lentils.
A shift towards plant-based diets could reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 70% in developed countries.
Off course we can minimize Food Waste by doing following.
Plan meals and shop wisely to avoid over-purchasing.
Store food properly to extend its shelf life.
Compost Kitchen waste instead of discarding them in dustbin
Does this Matters?
Food waste and unsustainable dietary choices contribute to the current crisis of global food system and also depleting our planet’s resources. By choosing sustainable options and reducing waste, we can collectively lower emissions, conserve vital resources, and create a healthier planet for future generations.
