Environmental Organization Warns of Severe Repercussions of Food Waste on Natural Resources

mniraq - International environmental organizations have warned of the negative repercussions caused by food waste, emphasizing that discarding food is not only an economic loss but also intensifies pressure on water resources and soil, contributing directly to increased greenhouse gas emissions. Reports indicate that environmental protection starts with rationalizing consumption, noting that the agricultural sector consumes the largest percentage of water globally. Regarding Iraq, data shows that the average individual food waste is high, necessitating urgent measures to curb this phenomenon by purchasing actual needs, recycling organic waste, and promoting a culture of donating surplus food to support food security.