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Pls add your view/ comments on your perspective about food wastage after participating in workshop also write atleast two comments about food wastage in school

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Green monitors food wastage journal (Article/ Write-up)

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Green monitors food wastage journal (Article/ Write-up)

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Food for Thought: Stop Wasting at Our School!

As a student, I've noticed disturbing food waste in our cafeteria. Daily, uneaten meals, fruits, and snacks are thrown away. One-third of globally produced food is wasted, and our school contributes to this.

Let's Stop Wasting!

- Take only what you can eat

- Try new foods

- Eat fruits and veggies

- Share extra food

- Use reusable containers

Ideas:

- Food Recovery

- Food Waste Monitoring

- Sustainable Cafeteria

- Food Education

- Student Ambassadors

Green Workshops taught me:

- Food waste contributes to climate change

- Composting helps

- Small actions make a difference

Join the movement! Be mindful, encourage friends, and share ideas. Let's save food, resources, and our planet!

By- Taran Kaur Ranu CBSE 6B

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Food wastage in our school is a pressing issue. Every day, I see uneaten meals and discarded snacks in the cafeteria. It's disturbing to think about the resources wasted and the hungry people who could benefit from this food.

Comments

We should implement a food recovery system to donate excess food to local shelters. Additionally, educating students about mindful eating and portion control can significantly reduce waste.

Two Key Learnings from Workshops

1. The importance of sustainable living and reducing food waste to mitigate climate change.

2. Effective communication strategies to raise awareness about social issues, like food wastage, and inspire positive change.

By Taran Kaur Ranu CBSE 6B

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We should not waste food because food gives us the energy to do things and being active.

Many people in the school throw their foods in the dustbins

People throw the foods on the ground not caring about anything

By Florence Arora

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Food waste management at school is very essential for sustainability. One method to reduce food waste involves awareness through educational campaigns targeting both environmental and social impacts. Students should also be taught to take only what they can eat from the cafeteria. A food-sharing table can be set up for untouched items. Composting bins for leftovers and encouragement of creative reutilization of surplus food, such as giving it to local shelters, are also very practical. Engagement of students in these activities can instill a sense of responsibility and consideration, making schools a hub for eco-friendly practices.

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How to solve food wastage in school

Food wastage is an important problem we should be addressed immediately

To reduce food wastage in schools, implement portion control to serve age-appropriate meal sizes and encourage students to take only what they can eat. Educate students on the importance of minimizing waste through awareness campaigns and interactive activities. Introduce a composting system for leftovers and collaborate with local charities to donate surplus food. Regularly survey students to understand their preferences and adjust menus accordingly. Promote “sharing tables” where unopened, uneaten items can be shared with others. Engage parents and staff to reinforce these practices at home and school, fostering a culture of sustainability and responsibility.

-Adwita CLSP 8B

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We can collaboratively enhance awareness by educating both staff and students about this important issue. This can be accomplished through engaging activities, interactive workshops, and by sharing impactful stories created by students, which play a crucial role in fostering understanding and empathy. By embracing these methods together, we can build a more informed and responsive community.

-by Himanee.Jain

CBSE 7B

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Himanee.Jain —

CBSE 7B

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Food waste is a bigger problem than we realize, often happening right under our noses. From extra servings we don’t finish to fruits and vegetables that spoil in the fridge, a lot of food ends up being thrown away. But much of this waste can be avoided with a little thought. Using leftovers creatively, saving scraps for soups or smoothies, and buying only what we need can make a huge difference. Even small changes, like freezing bread before it goes stale or turning overripe fruit into a jam, can help reduce waste. Every small effort counts, and by being more mindful, we can make the most of our food and take better care of the planet.

By Saanvi Atla

CLSP 7D

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SUGGESTIONS/ REFLECTION ON FOOD WASTAGE.

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SUGGESTIONS/ REFLECTION ON FOOD WASTAGE.

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Every day, when the lunch bell rings and i leave the cafeteria, the amount of food wasted and spilled on tables and the ground is startling. Trays with half eaten leftovers that are easily finish-able are impassively thrown into the garbage bins. It is sad that not only the effort that goes into making the food but also the resources used goes to a waste. We should really spread more awareness into food wastage and solve this issue.

Saanvi Atla, CLSP 7D

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FOOD WASTE JOURNAL by Aaratrika Sanyal from CBSE 7 A

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FOOD WASTE JOURNAL by Aaratrika Sanyal from CBSE 7 A

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Food wastage refers to the disposal of edible food that could have been consumed. This issue has serious consequences, including increased hunger, economic loss, and environmental harm. Wasted food also means wasted resources such as water, land, and energy, and when it decomposes in landfills, it produces methane, a gas that contributes to global warming. To address this problem in schools, students should be encouraged to take only the amount of food they can finish and avoid discarding leftovers. Schools can implement composting systems for food scraps, donate surplus food where possible, and conduct awareness programmes such as poster campaigns or food-saving initiatives. By promoting mindful consumption, schools can play an important role in reducing food wastage and protecting the environment.

-Sheetal Dora

CLSP 7B

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-Shravya Soman

CLSP 7B

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-Sheetal Dora

CLSP 7B