How to Easily Reduce Food Waste
The Environmental Protection Agency reports that food in landfills releases methane into the environment. With 72 billion pounds of food wasted each year (Feeding America, 2020), these harmful emissions can cause lasting damage to the climate and world around us.
What can YOU do to help stop this cycle? Here are 5 easy steps that you can take to reduce food waste.
Use more of your food. Save scraps to make a delicious broth. Branch out and use carrot tops to make pesto, or add broccoli leaves to your next stir fry.
Storage is your friend. Utilize your freezer to extend the life of your groceries. Consider canning to preserve flavorful in-season foods to eat in the off-season.
Plan your meals ahead of time. By prepping your menu, you can shop smarter and make the best use of your ingredients.
Get nutrients back into the earth by composting. Whether you’re composting at home or through a service, you are diverting food waste from landfills.
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This article was in collaboration with Food Link Board Members, Ivan Basch and Shoba Reginald. Thank you to them both for this great information on how to reduce food waste!
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