A third of the food we buy in the UK ends up being thrown away - that's 6.7 million tonnes. Not only is that a huge waste of money and food which could feed hungry people, but it's a waste of energy and resources in processing and transporting it.
Then there's the methane that's produced when it rots down in a landfill, adding to climate change. If you find that you are throwing away uneaten food the good news is that there are a few quick and easy things you can do to reduce the amount. Visit the www.lovefoodhatewaste.com website for tips, recipes and much more. Alternatively, you can call 0808 1002040 for advice.
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