Is bulk the solution for school milk waste?
Some things are so iconic, we don’t even stop to consider their impact on the environment. For example, take...
The push for local composting programs in the US
What are the structures in place to help those who want to compost? Backyard or worm bin composting are part of...
Tackling food waste in the U.S. no matter the season
Each year, we waste 1.4 billion tons of food globally. The United States contributes the most to this number with...
Take a sip from the Kreis Cup made out of coffee grounds
A Kickstarter for a product called the Kreis Cup has more than doubled its $10,000 goal to create coffee cups out...
Most (and least) wasteful meal kit companies in the US
When it comes to meal kits, convenience is undeniable. Fresh and packaged food is delivered directly to your door,...
Scientists discover how to stop banana peels from browning
Understanding and changing how banana peels brown could help the world save tons of food that go to waste each...
Eco-friendly and safe ways to dispose your cooking oil
Cooking oil comes from plants, yet it is difficult to return to the environment in an eco-friendly way. Because...
Eco-innovations tackling food waste at every level
At first glance, food waste may not seem like a big issue. You toss a partial head of cabbage and the last few...
Chef Andrew Zimmern and ALDI team up to fight food waste
Celebrity Chef Andrew Zimmern has been loved by many for his Travel Channel show “Bizarre Foods.” But when...
Farmstead is making the world greener with groceries
COVID-19 made the world painfully aware that simply doing normal things, like going to the grocery store, can be...
How to properly freeze fresh produce
If you’ve ever wished you could have a taste of your summer garden in the dead of winter, bought a little too...
What to do with banana peels
Banana peels. They're so associated with comedy, you probably crack a smile just thinking about these famous casings....
8 tips to keep your summer fruits and vegetables fresher for longer
With its long days, plentiful sun and delicious fare, summer is without a doubt our favorite time of year. If you're...
How to make vegetable broth with scraps to reduce food waste
Food waste is a major dilemma in today's world, and throwing out even vegetable scraps contributes to the problem....
The farm-to-food-bank movement rescues pandemic-related food waste
Farmers are burying onions, destroying tomatoes and grinding up heads of lettuce to return to the soil. Dairy workers...
