Environmental Impacts

Food waste has a significant environmental impact, contributing to climate change, resource depletion, and pollution. When food is wasted, all the resources used to produce it—such as water, energy, land, and labor—are also wasted. Decomposing food in landfills generates methane, a potent greenhouse gas that contributes to global warming. Additionally, the agricultural processes behind food production often involve deforestation, excessive water use, and the use of fertilizers and pesticides, all of which can harm ecosystems. Reducing food waste is therefore a critical step toward minimizing environmental damage and creating a more sustainable food system.