Environmental Studies and ForestryNature Communications
Curbing household food waste and associated climate change impacts in an ageing society
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This research by Yosuke Shigetomi, Asuka Ishigami, Yin Long, and Andrew Chapman delves into the intriguing link between household food waste and the greenhouse gas emissions associated with it in Japan. The findings reveal that older households contribute significantly to food waste, driven by increased fruit and vegetable purchases. The study emphasizes the need for targeted interventions to curb waste in an aging population.
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