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WATCHDocumentaries are a great way to get insight into new topics. Here are two recent ones on the topic of food waste that give an in depth look into one of the problems plaguing our planet.

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Just Eat It: A Food Waste StoryWe all love food. As a society, we devour countless cooking shows, culinary magazines and foodie blogs. So how could we possibly be throwing nearly 50% of it in the trash? Filmmakers and food lovers Jen and Grant dive into the issue of waste from farm, through retail, all the way to the back of their own fridge. After catching a glimpse of the billions of dollars of good food that is tossed each year in North America, they pledge to quit grocery shopping and survive only on discarded food. What they find is truly shocking.

Wasted! The Story of Food WasteThrough the eyes of famous chefs, audiences will see how they make the most of every kind of food, transforming what most people consider scraps into incredible dishes that create a more secure food system.

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LISTENPodcasts and TedTalks are one of the biggest sources of

education in our modern world. The topic of food waste is no exception. Tune into these thought-provoking talks.

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The Global Food Waste Scandal | Tristram Stuartwww.ted.com/talks/tristram_stuart_the_global_food_waste_scandalWestern countries throw out nearly half of their food, not because it’s inedible — but because it doesn’t look appealing. Tristram Stuart delves into the shocking data of wasted food, calling for a more responsible use of global resources. How To End The Food Waste Fiasco | Rob Greenfieldwww.tedxteen.com/talks/how-to-end-the-food-waste-fiasco-rob-greenfieldThere are millions around the world who don’t know where their next meal will come from. Rob is on a mission to solve this problem. We can all easily be a part of the solution ... and it starts with a dumpster. 92nd Street Y | Can Chefs Save the Planet?https://livestream.com/92Y/events/7921065/videos/165723194Do today’s chefs have a greater social responsibility than ever before? Massimo Bottura, the world-renowned and influential chef, has become one of the most passionate voices on the topic of food waste and social inclusion in recent years. In 2015, he established Refettorio Ambrosiano, a community soup kitchen, to coincide with the Milan Expo. Join Bottura, chef Danny Bowien, NYC Department of Sanitation Commissioner Kathryn Garcia, and professor Fabio Parescoli in conversation with Mitchell Davis as they share stories and recipes from this adventure. This event was part of the 92nd Street Y’s Kitchen Arts & Letters series.

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READ

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American Wasteland: How America Throws Away Nearly Half Its Food (And What We Can Do About It)By Jonathan Bloom Focusing on food waste in the United States, this book takes the issue beyond big farms and corporations to a very personal level. A great introduction to the ways that our own actions are impacting the food system, and what we can do about it. WASTE: Uncovering the Global Food ScandalBy Tristram Stuart Uncovering waste in production and processing, the role of supermarkets in passing on wastefulness to suppliers and consumers, and consumers’ wasteful practices at home, Stuart’s book explores the many pathways of waste that exist in our food system. Even better, his book provides examples of countries where the food system is working, and offers tips on reducing and reusing our food. Food Foolish: The Hidden Connection Between Food Waste, Hunger and Climate ChangeBy John M. Mandyck & Eric B. Schultz One-third or more of the food we produce each year is never eaten. Food Foolish details the sources and consequences of this often unintended but ultimately foolish waste of one of the world’s most precious resources. Some 800 million people remain chronically hungry and more than 2 billion malnourished even though we produce enough food today to feed everyone. Wasted food means wasted fresh water, threatened national security and increased competition for land. The $1 trillion global financial loss is staggering. Despite these challenges, Food Foolish paints an optimistic future. It calls attention to the extraordinary social and environmental opportunities created by wasting less food, as the authors seek to strengthen a global dialogue around unlocking solutions that feed the world and preserve its resources in context of climate mitigation.

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DO SOMETHING

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Take the “I Value Food: Too Good to Waste Challengechallenge.ivaluefood.comThe month-long program aims to help people be aware of their food waste, and change their habits. During the first week you’ll track your preventable food waste to find out just how much you’re really wasting. Over the next three weeks, they will email you easy tips and strategies to try as you track your waste. By the end of the month, you’ll see how much food you saved.

Waste-Free Kitchen Handbook: A Guide to Eating Well and Saving Money By Wasting Less Foodby Dana GundersDespite a growing awareness of food waste, many well-intentioned home cooks lack the tools to change their habits. This handbook—packed with engaging checklists, simple recipes, practical strategies, and educational infographics—is the ultimate tool for reducing food waste. From a scientist at the Natural Resources Defense Council come these everyday techniques that call for minimal adjustments of habit, from shopping, portioning, and using a refrigerator properly to simple preservation methods including freezing, pickling, and cellaring. At once a good read and a go-to reference, this handy guide is chock-full of helpful facts and tips, including 20 “use-it-up” recipes and a substantial directory of common foods.

Tips from the Environmental Protection Agencywww.epa.gov/recycle/reducing-wasted-food-home The EPA offers up a slew of ideas, including a toolkit with extensive information on implementing these ideas in your home, school, place of work, or community at large.