Expressing support for the recognition of September 29, 2024, as "International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste".

Legislation Details

Expresses support for recognizing September 29, 2024, as “International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste.”
Highlights that food waste results in over $1 trillion in losses annually, accounting for nearly 40% of global food production.
Notes that 783 million people face hunger each year, with 150 million children under five suffering from stunted growth due to nutrient deficiencies.
States that global food waste contributes to 8-10% of greenhouse gas emissions.
Mentions that food in landfills produces methane, a greenhouse gas significantly more potent than carbon dioxide.
Emphasizes that reducing methane emissions from food waste is a key strategy for combating climate change.
Reports that 1.05 billion tons of food were wasted in 2022, primarily from households (60%), food service (28%), and retail (12%).
Argues that reducing food loss and waste can lower greenhouse gas emissions and alleviate food insecurity.
States that halving food loss and waste by 2030 could reduce global agricultural greenhouse gas emissions by 4% and decrease the number of undernourished individuals by 153 million.
References the U.S. commitment to reducing food loss and waste by 50% by 2030, as outlined in the “National Strategy for Reducing Food Loss and Waste and Recycling Organics.”
Outlines goals of the strategy, including preventing food loss, enhancing recycling, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, saving money, and promoting healthier communities.
Concludes that September 29, 2024, is an appropriate date to establish as “International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste.”

Expressing support for the recognition of September 29, 2024, as "International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste".

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