About Food Waste
Unconsumed Food is a global crisis—affecting economies, communities, and the environment. Understanding the scale of the problem is the first step toward creating a more sustainable future.
Shocking Global Unconsumed Food Facts
According to reports, 40% of all food produced globally is wasted.That's a staggering 2.5 billion tonnes of food wasted every year—equivalent to 80,000 kilograms every second.
of global food production wasted annually
tonnes of Unconsumed Foodd every year
kilograms wasted every second
Environmental Impact
Unconsumed Food is responsible for 8-10% of global greenhouse gas emissions. When food decomposes in landfills, it produces methane—a greenhouse gas 25 times more potent than CO₂.
Economic Value
The economic cost of Unconsumed Food in India is estimated at ₹92,000 crores annually. For businesses, this represents significant lost revenue and increased operational costs.
Why Reducing Unconsumed Food Matters
Food waste isn't just about lost food—it's a major environmental threat with significant impacts.
When 1 ton of Unconsumed Food ends up in a landfill, it produces:
0.25 tons of methane
A greenhouse gas 25x more potent than CO₂
7–9 tons of CO₂e emissions
Released directly into the atmosphere
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Of all food produced globally is wasted
931M
Tonnes of Unconsumed Foodd annually
25%
Reduction goal by 2030
₹1.5L Cr
Annual Unconsumed Food value in India
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