Families Waste Fruit—And Up to 144 kg of CO₂ a Year With It

Reducing Household Food Waste Reduces Emissions

Food waste is a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), food loss and waste generates approximately 4.4 billion tonnes of CO₂-equivalent emissions annually, making it one of the largest sources of avoidable emissions
(Source: FAO – Food Wastage Footprint).

In 2019, the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) reported that 931 million tonnes of food were wasted globally, with 61% occurring at the household level
(Source: UNEP – Food Waste Index Report 2021).

Fruits and vegetables are among the most frequently wasted food categories in homes, due to their limited shelf life and sensitivity to storage conditions. Research from WRAP and other organizations suggests that approximately 30% of fresh produce purchased by households is discarded before consumption
(Source: WRAP – Household Food and Drink Waste in the UK).

Freeze-Dried Fruit as a Waste Reduction Strategy

Freeze-dried fruit offers a practical solution to this problem. It is preserved at peak ripeness, requires no refrigeration, and remains shelf-stable for extended periods. This reduces spoilage, eliminates the pressure to consume quickly, and supports portion control.

By reducing the frequency and volume of discarded produce, freeze-dried fruit helps mitigate the environmental impact of household food waste. It also reduces emissions associated with cold storage and repeat transport.

Each pack of freeze-dried Zahi fruit helps prevent food from going to waste and avoids the release of carbon dioxide emissions associated with spoiled fresh produce.

Sources:

WRAP – Household Food and Drink Waste in the UK (2020)

FAO – Food Wastage Footprint: Impacts on Natural Resources

UNEP – Food Waste Index Report 2021