Food WasteFacts
Understanding the scale and impact of food waste helps us make a real difference.
Global Perspective
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One-third of all food produced globally is lost or wasted, totaling over 1 billion tonnes annually.
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19% of total food production is wasted at the consumer level, including households, food services, and retail.
Food Waste in Lebanon
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Household food waste in urban areas (e.g., Beirut) is about 0.2 kg per person per day, leading to significant annual waste.
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Restaurants in Beirut generate 1,620 tonnes of plate food waste annually, highlighting inefficiencies in the food service industry.
Why It Matters?Reducing food waste helps conserve resources, cut emissions, and improve food security.
Understanding Food Waste
Food waste affects the entire supply chain, from farms to consumers, leading to inefficiencies and environmental harm.
Did you know?
If food waste were a country, it would be the third-largest emitter of greenhouse gases, after China and the United States.
Environmental Impact:
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8–10% of global greenhouse gas emissions come from food waste.
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Wasted food also means wasting the land, water, and energy that went into producing it.
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Reducing food waste can help combat climate change and conserve essential resources.
Simple actions—like better meal planning, proper storage, and innovative business models—can make a huge difference.
Most Wasted Foods
Fresh Produce
45%
Nearly half of all fruits and vegetables produced are wasted
Staples
30%
One-third of all bread purchased ends up in waste
Dairy
20%
20% of dairy products are thrown away unopened
Environmental Impact of Food Waste
Food waste isn't just about lost meals—it's harming the planet.
10% of global greenhouse gas emissions come from wasted food.
25% of global water usage is consumed by food that never gets eaten.
11.5% of Earth's land area is used to grow food that ultimately goes to waste.
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