Reducing school food waste can reduce greenhouse gas emissions as well as waste management costs!
In this activity, students will measure food waste at lunch, collect and analyze data, conduct interviews, and create a plan to reduce school food waste.
MI Green Schools category:
Reduce, reuse, recycle
This project impacts:
Academics and engagement
Operations and procurement
Cost scale:
$0 - free resources and recycled materials
$25 - $75 - minor purchases or fundraising necessary
Resources
For teachers and staff
- Guide to Conducting Student Food Waste Audits (US Department of Agriculture)
- Lesson plans and student activities on food waste reduction (World Wildlife Fund)
Printable signs and more
- Zero Waste Schools Resources (Seven Generations Ahead)