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More than one third of food produced is lost or wasted*. One third is also how much of global greenhouse gas emissions comes from food systems**. We have a unique position from which we can help address the complex challenges behind these simple statistics. Learn about the actions we are taking in our sustainability report. https://bit.ly/45Uqiuf * World Food Programme 2020 ** Nature Food (vol 2, no 198-209), Crippa et al. (2021).

Are you aware that one-third of the food produced worldwide ends up in the bin? 😶 In the UK alone, a staggering 9.5 million tonnes of food are wasted annually, amounting to an estimated £14 billion in value. With Stop Food Waste Day approaching in just over a week, it's a crucial time for us to start looking into ways in which we can combat these increasing stats. Stay tuned as we share the latest statistics, tips and tricks in the lead-up to #StopFoodWaste day. #makeyourMark for a more sustainable future. Learn more ⤵ https://lnkd.in/dFAVbTYu. #greenmark #sustainability #netzero #ESG #saveourplanet #businessgrowth

Greenhouse gas emissions generated by our global food system surpass the sum of emissions from all the world’s cars, trains, and airplanes combined. The complexities within globalized food supply chains, which foods we produce, how, when, and where we produce them, and how they reach the world’s billions of eaters are nuanced facets of our food system in dire need of decarbonization.

One-third of all food produced in the world is squandered every year. 🍲🥗 Almost 570 million tonnes is lost or wasted at the household level. This waste needlessly contributes to biodiversity loss, pollution and climate change. 🌍 And food isn’t the only thing that is wasted when it goes uneaten, we also waste resources (seeds, energy, land, water, feed, etc.), money and labour.  This holiday season, let’s pave the way for a better year, leaving no one behind! Check out more tips from FAO on how to reduce food waste in your home and make it a sustainable holiday season! ➡ https://lnkd.in/d8-Gh_dm

The international food industry has a major role to play in reaching Net Zero, and we are committed to playing our part in driving the transition to a healthy and sustainable global food system. That’s why, in October 2021, Compass Group became the first international company in the contract catering industry to announce a global commitment to reach Climate Net Zero across our global operations and value chain by 2050. The Group’s strategy includes ambitious carbon emissions reduction targets over the next decade to 2030, which the Science Based Targets initiative has validated. Explore more of our recent history: https://ow.ly/Coup50Qj0Os #CompassGroup #OurHeritage #CompassGroupAustralia #ServeABetterFuture

#LetsTalkSDGs Recently, I embarked on a journey to study sustainable food systems, and I was truly amazed by how these interrelate with many Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in profound ways. As I delved into the subject, I discovered that sustainable food systems extend far beyond nourishing our bodies; they embody a commitment to nourishing our planet and fostering holistic well-being for all. By prioritising sustainable food systems, we advance the holistic vision of sustainable development, where the well-being of people, the planet, and prosperity are interconnected and mutually reinforcing. Aligned with Agenda 2030, sustainable food systems contribute to multiple SDGs: - SDG 2: Zero Hunger - SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being - SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy - SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth - SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production - SDG 13: Climate Action - SDG 15: Life on Land This research brought me to the understanding of the transformative power of sustainable food systems in building a more equitable, resilient, and sustainable world for present and future generations. Sharing this here is not just about raising awareness but also about inspiring action. Let's join hands and embrace the journey towards sustainable food systems, where each action we take contributes to a brighter, healthier, and more prosperous future for all  #SustainableDevelopment #SDGs #SustainableFoodSystems 

In 2024, let's ditch the diets and work with systems that are actually life-affirming and sustainable. https://lnkd.in/gbH-KkM9

🍽️We Eat Smart 🍽️ #hGears is taking a further step towards sustainability at our Italian facility! We’ve launched a new online system for booking meals, designed to help us plan more efficiently and cut down on food waste. Did you know that the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development aims to reduce global food loss and waste by 50%? Every little action counts. By being more responsible in our meal planning, we believe we can contribute to this vital goal. 🎯 Why is this important? When we waste food, we also waste the energy and water used to grow, harvest, transport, and package it. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), if food waste were a country, it would be the third-largest emitter of greenhouse gases after the U.S. and China. Food waste is responsible for approximately 8-10% of global greenhouse gas emissions. 🌿 Together, let's make a difference. Every meal not wasted counts! #hGearsGroup #Sustainability #FoodWasteReduction #SDGs #SocialResponsibility

How Food and our Environment are linked together.......... As nature provides the foundation for plants to grow and animals to live, food is intrinsically connected to the environment. However, unsustainable food production and consumption practices have led to environmental degradation and exacerbated climate changes. Green house gas emissions are one third from food. One third of all food produced is lost or wasted –around 1.3 billion tonnes of food –costing the global economy close to $940 billion each year. Up to 10% of global greenhouse gases comes from food that is produced, but not eaten. (Source: United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) (2021). Food Waste Index Report 2021). Food is wasted in many forms from farm to fork. Accordingly to Sustainable Development Goals 2030, there should be Responsible Production and Consumption of Food. By this we can cut the food waste to it's half and it will be a very big achievement for us towards sustainability.

Our Climate Impact Report is out – revealing insights into how we are pushing towards our sustainability goals🌎 Compass Group UK & Ireland's February summit, ‘Beyond the Bottom Line,’ marked the publication of our transition plan to decarbonise our business. The first of its kind in this industry. We analysed over 1.7m rows of data relating to our food and beverage offer to achieve greater insights into the impact of our operations. 💡 Achievements to date include: •1 in 4 recipes now rate as ‘low carbon impact.’ •185,000 meals donated to charities in the past 12 months. •Three quarters of a million litres of cooking oil converted into biofuel. •Almost 50m pieces of plastic cutlery, 6.3m plastic bottles and 3.9m sachets removed. Together, let’s continue to drive positive change and pave the way for a sustainable future. Our collective efforts today will shape the climate progress of tomorrow. Get to know our sustainability plans better: https://lnkd.in/e6N85e7S #sustainablefuture #climatepolicy #contractcatering