podcastsinenglish Level B.97 What a waste!
Sep 2, 2021
Explore the staggering contrast between 1.3 billion tonnes of food wasted and 815 million people suffering from hunger. Discover India's No Food Waste initiative, which redistributes surplus food to those in need. Learn about the innovative Too Good To Go app that offers retailers a way to sell unsold food in surprise boxes at reduced prices. Delve into how the collection process works, and uncover the benefits and challenges for both grocers and customers. The discussion wraps up with reflections on savings and waste prevention efforts.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Global Waste Versus Hunger
- About one third of global food (≈1.3 billion tonnes) is wasted annually according to the FAO study.
- Meanwhile about 815 million people suffer chronic undernourishment, revealing a stark global mismatch.
India’s No Food Waste Model
- No Food Waste in India redistributes untouched surplus food from weddings and events to the hungry.
- They ensure hygiene by only taking untouched edible surplus, not half-eaten or spoiled items.
Too Good To Go App Setup
- Too Good To Go (Denmark, 2015) connects retailers with consumers to sell unsold food via an app.
- Retailers list available unsold items, time slots, and a reduced price for customers to collect.