Wasted food is a critical economic, social, and environmental issue.
Food Waste Costs is your go-to resource for understanding the true impact of food waste and discovering practical ways to save money and protect the environment. Learn how small changes—both at home and beyond—can make a big difference in reducing food waste and building a more sustainable future.
FOOD WASTE COSTS
The average American household of 4 wastes $1,500 a year on food that doesn't get eaten.* Small changes can reduce the amount of wasted food your home or business generates.
*Source: USDA
Except for infant formula, product dating is not required by Federal regulations*
This means that 'best by' and 'sell by' dates on most packaged foods are set by the manufacturer and don't necessarily indicate whether the product has gone bad. That's why it's important to rely on your senses—look at it, smell it, and taste it—to determine if it's still safe to eat.
*Source: USDA
63 million tons of food are wasted annually in the United States. food that never gets eaten costs $218 billion for its production, processing, transportation, and disposal.
Cutting down on this food waste could prevent nearly 18 million tons of greenhouse gas emissions each year.*
If just 30% of the food currently wasted in the US was recovered and donated, it could feed every food-insecure American.
- National Resources Defense Council
Hello and welcome!
My passion for food and dedication to reducing food waste inspired me to create Food Waste Costs. I hope what you discover here helps you make simple, meaningful shifts in your daily life. When it comes to food, even small steps can have a powerful impact. In a world where making a difference can feel overwhelming, know this: every effort to reduce food waste matters, for the earth and to all that inhabit it.
If you’d like to learn more about me or explore my educational offerings, please feel free to reach out. You can also view my work in collaboration with colleagues during my time with the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality Materials Management Program by clicking the link below.
Thank you for being here,
Gabrielle
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