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In 2019, 744,000 tonnes of food waste were generated in Singapore and only 18% were recycled. In a previous article, we explored some of the key concepts to have in mind when talking about food waste. Here we will dive into the origin of food waste and opportunities to reduce, reuse, and recycle.
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In 2019, 744,000 tonnes of food waste were generated in Singapore and only 18% were recycled. To implement solutions, one must first understand where food waste come from and why. In this first article, we will explore some of the key concepts to have in mind to effectively address this challenge.