Are you aware of the high cost of food waste? In 2021, $310 billion (not a type-o) was spent on food that was wasted, most of which ended up in a landfill. But the cost of food waste is not the only consideration. Food waste also contributes to climate crisis. When food waste is dumped in landfills, it releases methane gas into the atmosphere, which is 80 times more harmful than CO2.
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Three Ways to Reduce Your Food Waste
We need to pay more attention to our food consumption habits. Approximately 40 percent of food is thrown away in America–mostly by households. Food producers, retailers and restaurants are also contributors to […]
Media Borough Composting Survey Launch
In an effort to reduce waste going to the county landfill and incinerator, the Media Borough is considering expanding the current recycling program to include a food scrap collection program. […]