Food waste

Earth News

Europeans are buying frozen food to reduce waste, survey shows

As well as saving time and money, frozen food can contribute to a more sustainable food system.

28 June 2025

Ecotech

Meet the inventors helping farmers keep fruit fresh longer

In partnership with European Patent Office

Drawing on their farming roots, Ugandan entrepreneurs Sandra Namboozo and Samuel Muyita have created a natural sachet that keeps fruit fresh for longer.

16 June 2025

Nutrition

Spanish innovators tackle food waste and safety with smart labels

In partnership with European Patent Office

Pilar Granado, Pablo Sosa Domínguez, and Luis Chimeno have created smart biodegradable labels that show food freshness in real time, helping cut waste and prevent food poisoning.

12 June 2025

Ecotech

What are the five hardest things to recycle in Europe?

We still don’t know how to recycle these five common products, but scientists are busy finding answers.

19 April 2025

Food and Drink

Could the new tax on French boulangeries threaten your daily baguette?

A new tax on wrapping papers and cardboard boxes for baguettes and pastries has caused anger among French bakers.

10 March 2025

Europe News

EU targets food and fast fashion in new war on waste

Polish presidency of the EU Council announced breakthrough in early hours after marathon overnight talks on food waste reduction targets and measures to limit a throwaway clothing culture.

19 February 2025

Tech News

How a supermarket in Denmark became 'heat self-sufficient'

Excess heat from the cooling systems is processed in the tanks to provide space heating for the entire shop.

9 November 2024