Don't throw away profit - reduce food waste
Food waste in Australia costs the economy $36.6 billion annually, with significant environmental and social impacts. Each year, 7.6 million tonnes of food is wasted – 312kg per person - enough to fill the Melbourne Cricket Ground ten times
Food waste in Australia costs the economy $36.6 billion annually, with significant environmental and social impacts. Each year, 7.6 million tonnes of food is wasted – 312kg per person - enough to fill the Melbourne Cricket Ground ten times
Food waste is also a significant financial drain on Australian businesses. End Food Waste Australia estimates the cost is as high as $1.2 billion*.
To reduce food waste, Clubs can implement strategies like flexible portion sizes, analysing point of sales systems for better purchasing, ingredient repurposing and daily specials to utilise expiring items. Additionally, food donation programs and composting or green waste collection can further reduce waste. Crucially, staff education on the financial impact of food waste is vital for promoting responsible consumption
* The cost encompasses the initial purchase of ingredients, labour for preparation, and disposal fees
USEFUL LINKS
Bardee
Transforming food waste into protein and fertiliser with insects.
End Food Waste
Providing information for businesses and households to reduce food waste
Oz Harvest
Australia’s premier food rescue organisation