On average, about a quarter of Edmonton’s garbage is food waste. This amount increases significantly around the holidays, according to City waste audits. With the expectation of smaller gatherings this year, planning holiday meals is important in order to reduce food waste and not to prepare and purchase in excess. Reducing food waste starts at home. By making small changes you can divert food waste from landfill.
- Don’t buy more food than you need; have a plan.
- Choose a local butcher or produce supplier to buy from, when possible.
- Finish leftovers.
- Donate unused products to the local food bank.
- Get creative with leftovers, store or freeze food correctly and planning out meals all help to prevent holiday food waste.
