food waste

• Comida que é descartada ou não consumida, incluindo restos, alimentos estragados e excedentes de refeições e da produção de alimentos.

Food that is discarded or not eaten, often referring to leftovers, spoiled items, or excess from meals and food production.

1. Discarded edible foodB1formal

   Food that is thrown away, either from households, restaurants, or food production, instead of being consumed.

   Desperdício de alimentos

   • The restaurant implemented a program to reduce food waste.
   • Households are a major source of food waste in many countries.
   • Composting is one way to manage food waste.

2. B2formal

   The problem of edible food being discarded, contributing to environmental issues like greenhouse gas emissions.

   Desperdício de alimentos

   • Food waste is a significant contributor to climate change.
   • Reducing food waste can help conserve resources like water and energy.
   • Many organizations are working to raise awareness about food waste.