When it comes to consumer food waste, the numbers can be staggering, but consider this: More than one-third of “all available food goes uneaten through loss or waste” in the United States, according ...
In addition to incorporating more fresh fruits and vegetables into your diet and streamlining your grocery budget, another critical aspect of food shopping is proper storage and maximizing shelf life.
It only takes one look at the trash bag mountain practically spilling out of your waste bin to realize you might need to switch things up a bit. Pairing down your waste doesn't have to be a difficult ...
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It sounds incredible but estimates show that almost one billion meals go waste daily. A UNEP report reveals that 20% of this food is simply thrown away. And, approximately one-third of the food ...
Ever wondered what happens to the recyclables you carefully sort and place in your bin? For years, recycling has been a crucial part of our efforts to reduce waste and protect the environment. However ...
Westwood is starting a composting pilot program that aims not only to reduce waste going into landfills but also to save money for the borough. In early 2019, Councilwoman Erin Collins, who also ...
You've probably seen it before—leftover food that could have been used, just being thrown away at a restaurant. It happens more often than you think. Every year, restaurants generate millions of tons ...
(WIFR/WMTV) - The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources shares ways to help families reduce, reuse and recycle waste this holiday season. “Knowing the right thing to do with items like batteries ...