Resources for Assessing Wasted Food

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The document highlights the issue of wasted food in the US, emphasizing its economic, social, and environmental impacts. It suggests reducing waste by conducting food waste assessments to identify and divert surplus food for donation or composting. The guide outlines steps to establish baseline measurements, set goals, and track progress. It advocates for the use of tools like the EPA's Wasted Food and Packaging Toolkit for effective waste management. Ultimately, it encourages stakeholders in the food industry to play a significant role in addressing this critical issue while cutting costs.

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English

Country(ies)/Territory(ies)

Worldwide

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Target Group(s)

SMEs

Topic(s)

Green

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Written Document