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Composting to Reduce Methane Emissions From Food Waste

food waste methane emissions

Food waste is a big problem for the environment. According to a report by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the amount of food lost and thrown out each year is equivalent to the annual CO2 emissions of 42 coal-fired power plants. In addition, food waste contributes to significant methane emissions, especially as it rots […]