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Food waste is a huge contributor to the waste crisis and the climate crisis. That's why we're working to advance large-scale solutions to reduce food waste. Check out the post below on how you can be part of advancing #ZeroWaste solutions with Just Zero!

Did you know that wasting food not only wastes money but also has a significant impact on the environment? When food is wasted, it ends up in landfills, where it produces methane - a greenhouse gas that contributes to climate change. By being mindful of our food waste, we can help reduce the environmental impact of our daily lives. Start by planning meals, buying only what you need, and storing food properly. And if you do end up with leftovers, consider donating them to a local food bank or composting them instead of throwing them away.

#EarthDay appeal with Big Give is now live! 🎉 Meaning every pound we receive over the next week, will be matched at no extra cost to you. Our rivers are crisis! Our reliance on single-use plastics is adding unnecessary strain to these already struggling ecosystems, with a shocking 80% of the ocean’s plastic pollution travelling via our rivers 😲 Now more than ever, we need your help to continue our vital campaigning work to help keep our rivers and oceans plastic-free. Recent Marine Conservation Society beach clean data shows more than 480,000 items of litter found on UK beaches - with drinks-related litter one of the most found! By donating to our Earth Day appeal, YOU can do something about this. For ONE WEEK ONLY, every pound will be matched – so your £25 becomes £50 to go towards powering our campaigns like Refill to help keep our rivers and oceans plastic-free. https://lnkd.in/eaRECQkF

Reducing food waste in your food business is not only environmentally responsible but can also improve your bottom line. Here are 4 ways to minimize food waste: 1. Re-use vegetable scraps for broths/soups 2. Composting 3. Donate surplus food 4. Optimize your inventory management I know that donating and composting may not minimize waste in the traditional sense, but they are both very marketable things in the sense of environmental stewardship and community values. And these are things that and those things can help improve perception or create better community relationships. #minimizingfoodwaste #restaurantindustry #recipecostcalculator #inventorymanagement

Why we do things is such a nuanced and often thought-provoking question to field... At home, we've recently been making the much-needed but painful move toward removing all single-use plastic from our home. Now, please don't believe what you read online, making this move is HARD, especially for a young family with one or more grommets running around with a perpetual need to break things... 🫠 However, as with any difficult thing, it's good to remind yourself WHY, and that why for us is our daughter Ava. She loves all things outdoors, but she especially LOVES the ocean. Unfortunately, our world's oceans are under attack as a result of our everyday habits - over 1 million metric tons of plastic enter our waterways every year. ⚠️ I encourage everyone to get involved and do their bit for our oceans as much as possible. From participating in Beach Clean-ups (we have some great local organisations such as Save-a-Fishie here in South Africa), donating to local or global initiatives (eg. The Ocean Cleanup or Parley for the Oceans) or simply saying no to that single-use plastic bag. Every little bit counts! And, I'd love to know, what is something difficult you or your family are dedicated to? And what is your why? #sustainabilityfirst #oceancleanup #findyourwhy

The Eco-Friendly Decluttering Guide: How Aquia Junk Removal Helps You Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle Environmental consciousness is more important than ever. Decluttering your home offers a unique opportunity to contribute positively to the planet. Aquia Junk Removal supports this by providing services that support the three Rs; reduce, reuse, and recycling. The Three Rs ♻ Reduce: Our team assists in identifying items that are no longer needed, helping to minimize the overall volume of waste. ♻Reuse: We ensure that items in good condition find new homes through donations to local charities, extending their lifecycle and reducing the demand for new products. ♻Recycle: For items that cannot be reused, we facilitate proper recycling, transforming them back into valuable resources. How to Get Started Begin your eco-friendly decluttering journey by contacting Aquia Junk Removal. Our team will guide you through the process, ensuring that your unwanted items are handled responsibly. (540) 416-2218 Choosing Aquia Junk Removal for your decluttering needs means supporting a greener tomorrow. Together, we can make a significant environmental impact. #recycle #Junkremoval #reducereuserecycle

To solve the waste crisis, we need lawmakers to enact Zero Waste programs and policies. ♻️ This is where we come in! 💪 Just Zero collaborates with communities, policymakers, scientists, educators, and organizers to implement just and equitable solutions to climate-damaging and toxic production, consumption, and waste disposal practices. 🌎 Read more about the choices we have when it comes to solving the waste crisis via the link. 👇 https://buff.ly/47frRTR And if you'd like to help us change the world, please consider donating! Every dollar helps us fight for the planet where it matters. 🌟 #ZeroWaste #ClimateAction #EnvironmentalJustice #Sustainability #DonateForChange 🌱🌍♻️🙌

Plastic soup? It is pretty serious issue and one that seems to be getting worse. Up to 12 million metric tons of plastic waste entering our oceans each year. While we may not scoop up seawater with a spoon, every level of the ocean food chain is full to the brim with microplastics that eventually make their way into us. And if you and I can't tolerate it, our oceans (and the creatures that call it home) shouldn't have to either. Greenpeace USA is the only 100% independent global organization fighting for our oceans' plastic-free future, but we can't win the fight alone - so please, in honor of World Oceans Day this Saturday, will you make a gift? http://lil.ms/ol2y/364nk1 - Kate Melges, Senior Ocean Plastics Campaigner, Greenpeace USA #greenpeace Greenpeace Canadian Family Offices @familyoffice #wealth #health # investment #investing #assetmanagement #sustainability #smart #profits #health #oceans #fish

Are we doing this wrong? We're cleaning beaches because it's a necessary response. We mobilize volunteers and together we create change at the source. 👉 We have waste management projects to reduce trash that could potentially flow into the ocean. 👉 We work on new laws to stop smoking on the beach. 100% of baby turtles have plastics like sigarete butts in their bellies. 👉 We have underwater cleanups to help coral grow strong and resilience. 👉 We have mangrove cleanups which helps grow fish population, so locals maintain their source of income. 👉 We plant new trees so less fertile soil washes away. 👉 We run composting programs to reduce domestic waste and create fertile soil for our trees. 👉 We work together with other NGO's and help them grow and expand their positive impact. 👉 We educate at (high) schools to show people what they can do now to regenerate their own land. 👉 We run CSR programs so local companies help revitalize their own nation. 👉 and much more. The list goes on. Then someone DOESN'T want to donate because 'it's unclear where the money goes.' Ah. Are we doing it wrong then? Should we limit what we do so it is easier to understand? Thoughts?

Wondering why you should support Just Zero? 💭 💔 Like so many, we’re tired of seeing the people we love get sick from plastic and chemical exposure. It’s all linked to the toxic pollution caused by big corporations treating our planet like a trash can. 💪 At Just Zero, we’re fighting back. We’re taking on the world’s biggest polluters and working to advance equitable Zero Waste policies and solutions. Because without strong environmental standards, we can’t effectively tackle the waste crisis or climate change. Every dollar donated goes directly into building a healthier, sustainable future for everyone. As a nonprofit, our donors and members are our partners in this fight. Will you join us? This Giving Tuesday, consider donating to Just Zero — link below! https://buff.ly/3J6BnxF #GivingTuesday #ZeroWaste #JustZero #ClimateAction #SustainableFuture #WasteFreeFuture