Environmental Science 15th Edition by Scott Spoolman,Tyler Miller

Exercise 24

For 1 week, weigh the food that is purchased in your home and the food that is thrown out. Also, keep track of the types of food you eat, using categories like fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy, and even more specific categories if you wish. Record and compare these numbers and other data from day to day. Develop a plan for cutting your household food waste in half. Consider making a similar study for your school cafeteria and reporting the results and your recommendations to school officials.