Reduce Food Loss
Save Food
In Switzerland, retail grocery stores discard approximately 100,000 tons of food annually, much of which is still edible. By reducing food waste, stores can significantly cut down on their carbon emissions, as food production is responsible for nearly 30% of global greenhouse gas emissions.
Why Is It Important to Save Food?
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Environmental Impact: When food is wasted, it means all the resources (water, energy, labor) used to grow, harvest, transport, and package it are also wasted. In Switzerland, food waste contributes significantly to CO₂ emissions.
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Food Insecurity: Wasting food when many are struggling with food insecurity is unjust. Around 500,000 people in Switzerland face food insecurity, making efficient food distribution crucial.
