Food waste has a significant impact on the environment, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions, water waste, and land use. When food is wasted, it ends up in landfills, where it decomposes and releases methane, a potent greenhouse gas that contributes to climate change. In fact, food waste is responsible for around 8% of global greenhouse gas emissions.

Food waste also contributes to water waste, as it takes a significant amount of water to produce food. When food is wasted, all the water used to produce it is also wasted. Additionally, food waste takes up valuable land resources, as land is used to grow crops that are ultimately wasted.

Reducing food waste is an important step in mitigating the environmental impact of food production and consumption. This can be done through better food storage and preservation, reducing portion sizes, and donating excess food to those in need. By reducing food waste, we can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, conserve water resources, and protect valuable land resources.