Understanding Food Waste and Its Impact

The video discusses the significant issue of food waste in the U.S., highlighting its economic and environmental impacts. It explores efforts to recover and redistribute food, such as gleaning and food recovery programs, and emphasizes the importance of composting and recycling initiatives. The video also provides strategies for reducing food waste at home, encouraging changes in consumer habits and better understanding of food labels.

What is a major environmental concern associated with food waste in landfills?

• It attracts pests.

• It causes water pollution.

• It increases landfill size.

• It creates methane gas.

How much food waste is generated annually in the U.S.?

• 35 million tons

• 20 million tons

• 50 million tons

• 10 million tons

What is one reason food waste is so prevalent in the U.S.?

• Strict food safety laws

• Food is considered disposable

• Lack of food production

• High food prices

What is the purpose of the Bill Emerson Act?

• To increase food production

• To regulate food prices

• To ban food waste in landfills

• To exempt food donors from liability

What percentage of food waste is currently composted?

• 5%

• 15%

• 25%

• 35%

What is the main goal of gleaning programs?

• To sell excess produce

• To export food to other countries

• To collect unharvested crops

• To compost food waste

What innovative use of food waste is being explored by Ivan Cornejo?

• Turning it into biofuel

• Converting it into glass

• Using it as animal feed

• Transforming it into plastic

What is a benefit of composting food waste?

• It enriches soil

• It decreases food production

• It creates renewable energy

• It reduces water usage

What is one way households can reduce food waste?

• Throwing away leftovers

• Buying more food in bulk

• Ignoring expiration dates

• Planning meals in advance

How can understanding food labels help reduce waste?

• By clarifying food safety

• By encouraging more purchases

• By increasing food prices

• By promoting brand loyalty