From Waste to Plate: Innovations in Food Waste Valorization for Sustainable Food Systems

411 Seiten, Hardcover

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

This book addresses one of the most pressing issues in contemporary food science: the valorization of food waste to achieve the Sustainable Development Goal of Zero Hunger (SDG 2), as well as of Responsible Consumption and Production (SDG 12). From leading experts in food science, waste management, and sustainable development, From Waste to Plate  considers food waste management in the context of global food systems and includes case studies and examples from diverse geographical regions, showcasing different approaches and outcomes.

The primary purpose of this work is to provide a comprehensive overview of the innovative methods and strategies employed in converting food waste into valuable resources. By exploring the economic, environmental, and social impacts of food waste valorization, this book seeks to inspire further research and practical applications in the field. It not only elucidates the mechanisms various valorization methods, but also discusses relevant policy frameworks, practical implementations, economic benefits and approaches to changing consumer attitudes. Readers from diverse backgrounds will find a well-rounded perspective on this complex and important subject. 

 

• Themen: Geowissenschaften, Geographie, Umwelt, Planung Umwelt Umweltmanagement Ernährungssicherung und Versorgung
• ISBN: 9783032224712
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 06.06.2026
• Größe: 23.5 x 15.5 cm
• Verlag: Springer International Publishing
• Herausgegeben von: Helen Onyeaka, Taghi Miri, Olumide A. Odeyemi