Americans Waste Up To 40 Percent Of The Food They Produce

The video explores France's approach to reducing food waste through a landmark law that mandates large grocery stores to donate unsold food to charities instead of discarding it. The law has led to increased food donations, benefiting NGOs and food banks, and has inspired new startups. However, it faces criticism for lack of enforcement and not addressing all sources of food waste. France aims to be a global model in food waste reduction, with countries worldwide observing its progress.

What is the primary goal of the French law introduced in 2016 regarding food waste?

• To increase food prices

• To ban the sale of expired food

• To prevent large grocery stores from wasting unsold food

• To promote the export of French food products

How has the food waste law affected food donations in France?

• Donations are now only made to government organizations

• Donations have decreased due to stricter regulations

• Donations have increased significantly from large grocery stores

• There has been no change in donation levels

What is one of the criticisms of the French food waste law?

• It fails to ensure all stores comply with the regulations

• It does not provide any tax incentives

• It only applies to small grocery stores

• It encourages the destruction of edible food

Which app is mentioned as a result of the ripple effects of the food waste law?

• Fresh Start

• Waste Not

• Food Saver

• Too Good To Go

What is a suggested solution to further reduce food waste in France?

• Banning all food exports

• Reducing food prices

• Promoting more education for consumers

• Increasing food production

What is France's goal regarding food waste reduction by 2025?

• To maintain current levels of food waste

• To increase food waste by 10%

• To reduce food waste by 50%

• To eliminate food waste completely

Which countries are looking at France as a model for food waste reduction?

• Only European countries

• Countries in Africa, Peru, Finland, and Malaysia

• Only Asian countries

• Only North American countries