多措并举，减少食物浪费

Core Insights - The United Nations' "Food Waste Index Report 2024" indicates that approximately 19% of food is wasted globally, which could provide 1.3 meals per day for every person in hunger-affected regions [1] Singapore - Singapore wastes an average of 750,000 tons of food annually, accounting for 11% of the country's total waste, with a recycling rate of less than 20% for discarded food [2] - Initiatives like the "Food Rescue Plan" and "Affordable Neighborhood Happy Hour" aim to redistribute nearly 2 tons of imperfect fresh produce monthly to families in need [1][2] - Supermarkets in Singapore sell imperfect and near-expiry food at reduced prices, promoting the sale of such items since 2011 [1] Germany - Each consumer in Germany discards about 74.5 kg of food annually, with 35% being fresh fruits and vegetables [3] - The German government has launched the "Don't Waste" app to help consumers make informed purchasing decisions and reduce food waste [3] - Major supermarket chains are adopting automated ordering systems to prevent overstocking and are actively promoting the sale of less visually appealing food [4] Chile - Chile celebrates "International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste" annually, with about one-third of food being wasted [5] - The Chilean government promotes a culture of responsible consumption and encourages food suppliers to donate unsellable but edible food [5] - Companies like Cascada Foods are innovating by converting food waste into high-value products, while retail giant Sencosud donates over 780 tons of surplus food in the first half of 2024 [5]