Keyword: Food waste
4 articles
Articles
24/04/2026
Everyday choices and European goals: the path to reducing food waste
Reducing food waste is not only a matter of major political strategies: much of the difference is made by the everyday habits of each of us. The solutions for reducing waste are simple, practical and [...]
by Roberta Liberale
24/04/2026
Labels between safety and quality: understanding expiry dates to reduce food waste
One of the main reasons why food continues to be wasted in Europe is the confusion surrounding expiry dates on food labels, particularly the misinterpretation of the phrases “use by” and “best before”. The distinction is, in fact, [...]
by Roberta Liberale
21/04/2026
Surplus does not have to become waste: the value of food donation
Food waste is an issue that affects the environment, society and the economy worldwide. In the United States, retailers waste USD 384 billion worth of food every year, while 45% of unsold stock remains perfectly [...]
by Giuseppe Caprotti and Roberta Liberale
23/09/2025
Reducing Waste Is Everyone’s Responsibility
In Italy, according to the international Waste Watcher Observatory, the average food waste per citizen stands at 555.8 grams per week, or more than 28.9 kg per year. This represents a decrease of 18.7% compared to 2024, but it continues to exceed the European average and remains far from the target of 369.7 grams per week set for 2030.
by Roberta Liberale