Food Waste

EPA Food Recovery HierarchyAccording to the EPA, over one-third of the food produced in the United Stated is never eaten. A family of four wastes approximately $1,500 a year on uneaten food.  

Food is the single largest category of material placed in municipal landfills.  Preventing food waste not only preserves natural resources and reduces green house gas emissions, it also saves people money.  

Food Waste Prevention