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Food & Hunger

What did you learn about dietary choices from using the footprint calculator? Now imagine that you could translate what you learned into an effective societal policy on food- what would it be? And how would this policy effect the need to alleviate world hunger?

925 million people on earth do not have enough to eat according to the FAO [Food and Agricultural Organization]. That's almost 1 in 7 inhabitants of our planet!




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Food & Hunger

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Connor10   2025-11-16 17:46:33 (Last post: Today 16:07:01)
Should food be free

We should make food free and give people only the amount they need. This will stop people from eating to much food and making less carbon, it will stop world hunger. About 30%-40% of food is wasted in USA which is estimated to be around 170 million metric tons of carbon this is why people should only get the right amount of and it should be shared.

eliggg   Today 15:51:10

I don't think food should necessarily be free because the people making the food have to somehow earn money, but if the food is free then they have no source of income. without a source of income their farm or wherever they grow their food they won't be able to pay taxes for it. the people working at restaurants and stores that sell mostly food, they will have to find another source of income. but I think at the end of a day or something like that restaurants should give their leftovers away instead of throwing it out.

TLee11   Today 15:58:20

I don't think that all food should be free because then farmers can't make money to support themselves and their families. I think that if we limit the amount of food each household can buy based on how many people live there or have a carbon tax, it would decease the food wasting. I like eliggg's idea of giving away leftovers from restaurants instead of throwing them out, and I think stores should also give away products that are about to go bad, so people in need have something to eat. Even if stores only have discounts for unwanted food, it will at least help somebody who is in need.

lucapasta3   Today 16:07:01

I also do not think all food should be free because farmers who harvest and sell food would not really have a purpose if all food were to be free, not only that, but peoples carbon footprint would rise a lot higher, and people would also take a lot more food for their family then necessary. and that would again probably leave an impact on peoples carbon footprints.

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DANNYTHEOG   2025-11-13 14:58:08 (Last post: Today 16:06:26)
organic food

I think one of the main issues when it comes to coming up with ways to improve carbon emissions is the cost of it. Although purchasing organic food is better and less harmful to the environment, it is not an accessible option for many. Organic food tends to be way more expensive than processed food, which happens to be a much cheaper option. What people should do if purchasing organic food isn’t affordable is start setting up gardens in their home so their food is healthier and cheaper.

Connor10   2025-11-16 17:51:16

I agree with this, people should start setting up gardens.

Air572708_   2025-11-16 23:54:29

I think it would be an amazing idea to start growing our own gardens. It would be affordable instead of having to spend a lot of money in stores to get produce and, If you have any left over produce you can donate it to people in need or you could also make a profit out of it as well.

Khankako   Yesterday 14:56:15

I truly agree with you that food waste can be very harmful for the environment. It causes lots of food waste, and plastic not being thrown out properly. I also totally agree that a greater effort needs to be made into recycling food waste from restaurants since it is becoming a must that needs to be done.

Adrey   Yesterday 21:04:02

I agree with your statement. Although not all people have access to outside areas to grow food. Depending on the setup, community gardens could also be an option.

CJH!   Today 15:27:14

a major setback for lot of people is prices. often, organic and whole foods are much more expensive then heavily processed factory foods that come in bulk. however, if grocery stores could gather all the local and organic foods that don't come from large factories, and put them in a section with clear prices, that could greatly help. often times, people lack motivation to look for more environmentally friendly options, so if all those options were easy to find with comparable prices, that would be great.

connorsoong   Today 15:29:47

I agree with your statement as well. Organic food is also harder to maintain, as it does not have preservatives and other chemicals to make it last longer. it is also common for humans to use substances to increase the growth of crops and vegetables. Meanwhile organic food takes much more time and care to nurture and grow. This is why if everyone starts a home garden, organic food will be more abundant and easier to access overall.

Riko C   Today 15:47:42

I agree. This also shows why garden clubs at schools are so important because it allows students to eat healthy, organic food while helping with climate change, and learning a skill that can be used forever. Since there are so many of us (students) to feed, it also ensures that these crops are not wasted. By growing organic food, we can take some carbon out of the air, and feed ourselves as well. Since schools also have a bigger area on where we can grow crops, it is much more efficient. As you said, it takes a long time for these foods to grow, and we might only be able to grow a few crops at home, meanwhile at school, we could grow five times or more, than we usually would at home.

Quinn0011   Today 16:06:26

I agree with you, organic food is usually more expensive than non organic food making most people reach for the non organic/cheaper option. I do also agree that people should grow at least a bit of their food but one thing to think about is that with city populations going up more apartment buildings and condos are going up. With people who live in apartments usually don't have enough space for everyone in them or even most people to have gardens. Even if each building had a communal garden not everyone would benefit from it. though its a good place to start and if you have your own property starting a small garden is a great idea.

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916.3hsan   2025-11-14 15:29:20 (Last post: Today 15:58:30)
Freezing Food

An effective way to prevent food waste is to store food properly and freeze food to extend its freshness. When you freeze food and store it properly it extends how long it will stay fresh. Also storing it properly ensures the food doesn't spoil too early.

Air572708_   Yesterday 00:18:44

Yes I totally agree.Storing food in the freezer can save you from wasting a lot of food. You can freeze Vegetables,Fruits, any other foods. Freezing fruits and Vegetables and really help a lot because they go bad quickly.

Rahaffxxx   Yesterday 01:22:00

Yes, I totally agree that this technique will indeed stop food waste. Freezing food prevents it from going bad quickly, and it can lower the chance of food being wasted more often.

Arif123   Yesterday 15:23:22

I really agree with your answer.

Naokiwads   Yesterday 22:26:54

I agree with this. my family has a large freezer that we keep in the garage to store excess produce, meat, and food that we make and purchase. due to this we have almost never let food go to waste and are able to unfreeze meals that we make beforehand rather than spend time cooking.

Maddiehasagoodcarbonfootprinr   Today 15:23:25

I totally agree. Freezing fresh food and produce is such an incredible way to preserve our food. By doing this we are increasing the amount of time it’s consumable. This helps lower families carbon footprint by majorly reducing food waste.

Janis Raaj   Today 15:24:38

I strongly agree with freezing food. Using a freezer to store leftovers, meats, deserts, and frozen foods definitely help prevent food waste. From experience, my family and I have saved  money, time, and food in general. It helps preserve the food from going bad, which allows us to have many meals that still taste and feel fresh.

lucapasta3   Today 15:58:30

I agree that freezing food is good. I agree because freezing food is a way to stop wasting food, and to make the food still be safe to eat. this is good because it lowers carbon footprints. freezing food is also good because you don't need to get more food, and the frozen food keeps it safe to eat.

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SanaK   2025-11-12 16:23:33 (Last post: Today 15:55:33)
Food & Hunger in Afghanistan

Afghanistan is facing widespread starvation everyday due to their economy, years of conflict, natural disasters, and the abrupt Taliban takeover. Millions of Afghans are facing malnutrition at extreme levels, particularly among children and women. This has resulted in a humanitarian crisis where families resort to desperate measures to survive, according to this BBC article, written by Yogita Limaye expresses the concern for children in Afghanistan over the struggle of providing food. It's gotten so serious many Afghans wonder if their child is able to survive. If we could provide donations to the people, or create fundraisers for the people being affected by this.

HajiraW   Today 11:22:20

I agree with this because there are people out there that are suffering and some people waste it or throw the food away. There are babies that need food even little 5 yrs old that need food that are suffering from hunger. The parent work really hard for their family to eat food and people out here wasting food instead giving it to those that need the food. This why I agree with SanaK because she is right there should be
a fundraiser and that is going to make the suffering people lives easier.

Lmjciber   Today 15:53:33

I also agree with this. Since there is a war going on, it has been even more difficult to deliver food and other essential supplies to those who need it. Its a shame that there are millions of people in the world casually wasting food while millions of others are out there starving, desperate for food and water. I think that even if everyone in the world donated even just one small box of food, there could be billions upon billions of boxes of food for those who need it. However, schools can and already have started hosting fundraiser and food donation drives for organizations and people who need it. Businesses should also have similar promotions for their employees to help support the cause. Thank you for reading this.

Lmjciber   Today 15:55:33

I also agree with this. Since there is a war going on, it has been even more difficult to deliver food and other essential supplies to those who need it. Its a shame that there are millions of people in the world casually wasting food while millions of others are out there starving, desperate for food and water. I think that even if everyone in the world donated even just one small box of food, there could be billions upon billions of boxes of food for those who need it. However, schools can and already have started hosting fundraiser and food donation drives for organizations and people who need it. Businesses should also have similar promotions for their employees to help support the cause. Thank you for reading this.

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pasilbasil   2025-11-12 12:37:59 (Last post: Today 15:46:24)
Wasting Food

After dinner, it's easy to just scrape what's left on your plate into the trash can. However, there are more sustainable solutions than simply wasting that excess food. Many families have a green waste compost bin in their house to put leftover food into in order not to just throw it away. Giving that food back to the environment is much more sustainable and beneficial than tossing it into the trash. Another thing you can do with extra food in the fridge is donate it! Homeless shelters and food banks can never have too much food. Even a small contribution is meaningful. Think before you waste.

Clara Fiedler   Today 15:46:24

I 100% agree with this. It is so good to compost our foods scraps instead of throwing them out! Another thing is feeding other organisms. At my grandparents house when we have leftover greens, we always feed them to their chickens. That way, both us and the chickens and full and fed with good food. Plus there is a lot less waste than if we threw it in the garbage!

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RileyWcanada   Today 15:41:09
Food waste in Canada

Food production around the world uses up 70% of fresh water and yet 17% of all food produced for human consumption is wasted. In Canada alone the value of rescuable food is $49.46 billion. A charity in Vancouver is trying to stop this. The Vancouver Food Runners is a company that takes food from restaurants grocery stores and caterers That would otherwise be thrown out and gives that food to non-profit organizations. I think this is a great way to combat food waste.

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Jgesell -sjrstate   2025-11-13 18:14:33 (Last post: Today 15:40:43)
Fast Food waste

One of the biggest contributors to food being wasted is the fast food industry. Excessive wrapping that never makes it to being recycled, and 40% of all food waste comes from restaurants. A greater effort needs to be made into recycling food waste from restaurants, and reducing the amount of waste.
https://shapiroe.com/blog/junk-food-waste/

Rahaffxxx   Yesterday 02:11:13

I truly agree with you that fast food waste can be very harmful for the environment. It causes lots of food waste, and plastic not being thrown out properly. I also totally agree that a greater effort needs to be made into recycling food waste from restaurants since it is becoming a must that needs to be done.

mehran1514   Yesterday 15:02:16

I really agree with you that fast food waste can be very harmful to the environment. I totally agree that more effort should be put into recycling restaurant food waste as it is becoming a necessity.

Arif123   Yesterday 15:19:34

I agree with your answer

Leila O (lahlah)   Today 15:40:43

I 100% percent agree. I had an idea that could help with this. for me, a Canadian, the government could create reusable cups and make them very cheap or free and encourage local fast food places to use them. it would work where basically you would buy a drink and then would be given one of these cups, then you could return them to any of your local fast food places next time you go. this could also work for containers. The only problem is that this system is pretty inconvenient, many people would rather do it the easy way than the environmental way. I also have a solution for this. where I live they have stopped handing out plastic bags for groceries and instead you have to buy a cotton bag. Now, because of this people bring their own reusable bags way more often. This system I proposed could be a backup to bringing your own container. bringing your own could also have a much more reduced price to further encourage people. I think if we want to stop climate change, we need to make big change now.

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sfr4   2024-11-18 15:09:50 (Last post: Today 15:38:51)
how meat affects your carbon footprint

something that everyone can do to reduce there carbon footprint is eating less meat. Even though i do realize meat is a crucial part of a lot of people’s diets and not an easy thing to give up, i still think a lot of people aren’t aware of the serious affects meat has on our environment. The 1st thing i have to say about meat is how much land it takes to raise meat that is fully grown, one thing i’m not sure most of you know is that feeding someone who is vegan for a year takes only 1/6th of an acre of land while someone on a meat and dairy diet for a year uses 18 times that amount of land. i think this is a very scary statistic but also a very real one, raising meat does use a lot of land and meat eaters have to realize that. the 2nd thing i have to say about meat is how much methane cows produce. cows produce this methane through there farts, burps or poop, we contribute to this by eating cows. considering how many cows are bred because of the demand we put on them meaning more of the methane that cows produce is going up into the atmosphere. i think it is a really good idea for people to consider eating less meat and dairy meals each week as it is a great way to help save our planet and reduce your carbon footprint.

MLoesch   2025-05-15 23:13:50

According to the Food and Agricultural Organization, over 900 million people on Earth don’t have enough food to eat. This is nearly 1 in 7 inhabitants on Earth. Assessing our carbon footprint in correlation with our dietary choices shows that plant-based diets, often vegan or vegetarian, substantially reduce greenhouse gas emissions as opposed to meat-heavy diets.

mija28   2025-05-23 10:36:09

I agree with you, eating less meat is a great way to help the planet. Raising animals uses a lot of land. A vegan diet can cut land use by up to 75% (University of Oxford), which means more space for vegetation and animals. Also, cows release a gas called methane, which traps heat and harms the atmosphere. The EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) says methane is over 25 times stronger than carbon dioxide. Even eating a few plant based meals each week can lower your carbon footprint and help the Earth.

Joop   2025-11-14 20:42:10

This is an extremely important argument, and I completely agree with it. Yes, the main problems from the meat industry are the absurd amounts of land usage and high methane emissions. The statistic about a meat and dairy diet requiring 18 times the land of a vegan diet is a powerful way to show the scale of the issue. I also agree that the solution does not have to be veganism or vegetarianism, which definitely won't suit everyone; a compromise is! Two to three meatless meals a week will make a big difference!

Atollox   2025-11-14 21:28:57

Reducing meat in our diets or even eliminating meat in our diets can indeed reduce a carbon footprint. However this is a rather difficult task, considering the fact that meat is an excellent source of nutrients and protein in our diets. Removing it could cause issues in your daily activities (if you’re active) and a loss of energy, however it is possible, considering that 22% of the global population does not consume meat.It is a great way to reduce our carbon footprints and help contribute to the better of our atmosphere.

Teja   2025-11-15 00:07:48

I definitely agree with these points; cutting back on meat consumption is among the most efficient ways a person can lessen their carbon footprint greatly. Methane emissions from cows are a significant contributor to climate change, and raising animals for meat also requires a vast amount of land and resources, as several others have noted. Making even minor adjustments, such as eating two or three meatless meals a week, can have a big positive impact on the environment. The advantages for the environment also go beyond greenhouse emissions, I would like to add. By reserving land for natural habitats rather than livestock, a shift to plant-based diets can help conserve many resources, including water. This will also help prevent deforestation and promote biodiversity. Eating less meat or purchasing meat locally can help local communities and advance healthier food systems. One of the best strategies to fight climate change may involve combining systematic changes in the way food is produced, along with small lifestyle adjustments. According to a study titled "Solving Climate Change Requires Changing Our Food Systems", agriculture and food systems are responsible for approximately 34% of all global GHG emissions annually. This highlights how diet and food production practices are intertwined with climate change. In the end, I believe it comes down to balance, cutting back on meat when one can, and considering how dietary choices affect the environment around us. This self-reflection will help people make better choices.

Maddiehasagoodcarbonfootprinr   Today 15:38:51

I totally agree. Cutting back on meat is such a great way to reduce carbon footprints. Easy ways to do this are replacing things like chicken and beef with plant proteins like tofu. Eating a plant based diet can also help reduce things like deforestation to increase biodiversity. Sometimes making small lifestyle changes we can have such a posting impact on our planet.

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Ameeranijjar   Today 15:33:41
Hunger from ocean acidification

Ocean acidification threatens people that rely on a sea food diet, as ocean acidification the nutrition of fish, clams and more and ocean acidification causes health risks from increased marine toxins. 1 in 7 people on the earth rely on seafood for their diet and eventually when our ocean becomes too toxic with many risks of eating sea food, they will no longer have a food source avaliable to them that is crucial to them. This is an important topic, reflecting on why we should be more careful with our actions in our day to day life.

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Air572708_   Yesterday 00:32:07
Prepping

I think prepping meals for a week or maybe even up to months would be really helpful and here is why. It saves a lot of time and when you cook everything at once all you have to do is store it properly and warm it up when you want instead of having to turn on the stove many times a week and it saves electricity.

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Raheema   2025-11-15 20:38:00 (Last post: 2025-11-16 14:50:32)
The Effect of Food Waste on Pollution

Food waste has increased significantly over the past couple decades. Recycle Track Systems states that America throws about 60 million tons of food yearly which is approximately 40% of the total food supply in America. The food waste is taken to dumpsters leading to pollution. The increase of food waste also means the increase in pollution levels. Most importantly, the decomposition process of food causes the release of methane, a greenhouse gas, into the atmosphere.  Because CO2 emissions directly correlate to the release of greenhouse gases, there will be an increase in CO2 emissions. It is incredibly important to note how food waste can contribute to CO2 emissions. People need be more aware of the dangers that lie around food waste because it has a strong negative impact on the environment.

Blue Cat   2025-11-16 14:50:32

I agree with your post, especially the part the part about how food waste releases methane when it decomposes .Methane is extremely harmful because it traps more heat that Co2 which makes climate change worse, its shocking that so much food ends up in landfills when it could be reduced, reused or donated your point about people needing to be aware is very true small changes like buying only what you need or composting can also really lower pollution from food waste

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classof2029   2025-11-12 22:14:59 (Last post: 2025-11-15 01:16:41)
Everyday food

The planet, due to the over production in fast food chains is being immensely impacted, and cannot sustain the amount of carbon that is being released into the earth's atmosphere by these chains. I propose that we, as a society, change how we live our lives, and start going to local food shops, or farmers markets, so we can change the lives of the future generations, and our own now.

Dezi-sjrstate   2025-11-13 09:01:57

I completely agree with your statement. Fast food chains contribute massively to carbon emissions and environmental degradation. Supporting local food shops and farmers markets promotes sustainability, reduces transportation pollution, and encourages healthier eating habits. By making conscious choices now, we protect the planet’s resources and ensure a cleaner, healthier future for coming generations.

CandyCane01   2025-11-13 21:09:57

I agree, many grocery stores don't accept any produce that may look unappealing to customers even if they are still edible and just as good as normal ones; this could be determined by shape, size, and smell alone. What usually happens to these foods is that they don’t get sold and are wasted. Buying from food markets instead of large corporations could positively affect the food waste ratio.

Maryam E.   2025-11-15 01:16:41

I agree, food waste is a pretty big contributor to our carbon footprints because it is something that we have for everyday life. Most foods get thrown away just by how they are shaped or if they aren't appealing enough as you said, Which takes away A resort or food that someone else could've had.

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Snkrshn   2025-11-14 16:25:20
The problem and solution to food wastage.

According to UNEP.org, 1.02 billion tonnes of food waste was generated in 2022. This is a big problem as this accounts to 1/5 of all food that is avalible to the common consumer. The carbon emmisions that come out of food waste 5 times more than than the aviation industry. This is a huge problem and needs a huge solution. By only buying what you need, you can save over up to $56 per week or $3000 per year according to EPA.gov. Spoiled food can be used in composts instead of just throwing them in landfills which produces more carbon. Lastly, we should use old food that is edible to make new meals instead of just outright throwing food that is still edible.

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Superhero2005   2025-04-17 04:10:29 (Last post: 2025-11-14 16:21:09)
Recipes using up leftover ingredients

There are websites such as: https://realfood.tesco.com/what-can-i-make-with.html that enable you to enter some leftover ingredients you have (like potatoes, garlic, or onions) and it suggests recipes that you can make to use up loose bits and pieces. This is better for the planet because it means less food waste, as you are eating everything you've bought (and it saves you money, too).

ZrinkaH   2025-04-27 12:08:59

I totally agree with you. This is an amazing way to use up all the ingredients that you have as leftovers. Like you said by doing this you can have less food waste and throw away less food. And if you do this you can save money, which is very important these days with the high prices of everything. I think it's also a great way to try something new and you never know you might like it.

Leda!   2025-04-30 07:05:13

I 100% agree with you. Most people have no idea how much food they throw away on daily basis. Using your leftovers for new recipes is a great way to lower your food waste. Not just that, but you are also saving money by not buying new food for every meal.

Ema K   2025-04-30 12:39:25

I really like the idea! Personally, I never knew about such websites, but now I'm intrigued. I like the appeal of reducing food waste, as people seem to throw away a lot more food than necessary. Also, I feel like these websites could encourage people to cook at home rather than eat fast food. It's a win-win for both the people and the environment.

LilaJ123   2025-09-05 12:25:51

I think there is so much you can do with leftover food- for example you can take watermelon rinds and pickle them, you can really get creative and find many uses for things, whether its to eat, or to reuse for other projects. Veggie scraps and meat bones can be boiled down to soup broths, and so much more

CL5114   2025-09-08 10:59:46

I completely agree, but lets not also forget composting too, you could pickle the watermelon rhines, or you could compost it and grow more watermelons.

1mmkindred   2025-09-24 11:39:28

This is such a good idea, and I completely agree. We should all use our leftovers in new recipes before throwing them away in order to limit food waste.

Snkrshn   2025-11-12 16:09:53

While I agree that people should use leftover food to make new dishes, I have an alternate solution to food waste. People should have compost containers at their house in which they can pour unwanted food in. Food in the compost can be used to grow plants which can be used to grow new plants. This cycle can help produce new plants and is healthy to the environment according to epa.gov as it is nature's way of recycling. While cooking food using leftovers is also good, this offers a good alternative for people that are garderners.

LeilaC   2025-11-13 11:55:09

This is a great way to save food and money especially when food is so limited to so many people. These years had been so hard on a lot of people because of wars and the US government shutdown, making it hard for so many people from these countries to have enough food. So you should try to save food as best as you can, when you can.

Hasooney   2025-11-13 14:45:23

I agree with you and think that website’s really cool. Another way to save food that either you don’t want/like, you could compost it or give it to friends that like that food.

Snkrshn   2025-11-14 12:27:53

I think likewise Hasooney.

SxchE   2025-11-14 13:29:12

Sankarshan

DANNYTHEOG   2025-11-14 16:07:23

Thank you for sharing this with us! This website really does provide great ways to avoid wasting food. I think that if we all tried to come up with recipes to using leftover food rather than throwing it out, we would eventually see a very clear decrease in carbon emissions caused by food waste.

Snkrshn   2025-11-14 16:15:52

Sankarshan

Sophiah   2025-11-14 16:16:34

sankarshan

Snkrshn   2025-11-14 16:19:06

Sankarshan

Sophiah   2025-11-14 16:19:52

sankarshan

Sophiah   2025-11-14 16:21:09

sankarshan

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Mikelry   2025-11-14 15:11:18
How do I lower carbon emissions for eating?

I am a 6'2 140 pound male and I want to find the most sustainable amount of food I can eat daily without making too much carbon emissions. Please help!!11 !! 11!!1!!!11

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Eric N.   2025-11-14 12:35:47
Food Producing Carbon Emissions

The food you eat can inadvertently harm our atmosphere. Due to things like live stock butchering, shipping, and farming. If you eat meat, it was probably shipped from far away after being processed and handled in factories. This can create a massive carbon footprint. We can slow this problem by eating less meat, specifically red meat. Cows are known to naturally produce methane, a gas, which harms our atmosphere, as well as the processing and shipping of beef.

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LeilaC   2025-11-12 20:51:14 (Last post: 2025-11-14 12:17:44)
At Home Gardens

To reduce money spent and to be healthier you should grow a garden.  Growing a garden is a cheap way to save money. Instead of buying vegetables and fruits, you can buy or save up for more necessities. When you grow your own food you know what is on it and you can make sure there are no chemicals.  At home gardens don't just help you it also supports pollinators and reduces air pollution. Many big corporations use chemicals on their food. These chemicals affect the environment around it. Making your own garden helps pollinators get more food and a place to live. So when you grow your own food you help the environment, yourself, and pollinators!

Dezi-sjrstate   2025-11-13 09:08:39

I completely agree. Growing your own garden is one of the best ways to save money, stay healthy, and help the planet. When you grow your own fruits and vegetables, you control what goes into your food and avoid harmful chemicals often used by large corporations. Gardening also supports pollinators like bees and butterflies, which are essential for a healthy ecosystem. Plants in your garden help clean the air and reduce pollution, creating a more sustainable environment. Plus, gardening can be relaxing and rewarding, offering both physical and mental benefits. It’s a simple yet powerful step toward a greener future.

AllergicToThyme-sjrstate   2025-11-13 11:23:16

I think while this is a fantastic idea, unfortunately organizations restrict this a lot. For example, my HOA prevents the growing of food gardens and fruit trees. Even as a renter, I am unable to start my own garden because of renting restrictions. Some people also simply don't have the space or the time. If we want to promote growing our own food, we need to vote in the way of equal pay/affordable homes (to promote more home ownership), better work hours, and anti-HOA laws.

ifwi   2025-11-13 12:00:37

what about those who don't have homes?

Dezi-sjrstate   2025-11-13 15:10:28

i feel like those who dont have a home could maybe try to do a communtiy garden maybe at a near by park

picklesthecat   2025-11-14 12:17:44

I agree with the idea of  for some people who don't have a home to make a community garden, but lots of things come into factor, where would they get the seeds, where would they get the water for the seed, where would they make,e the garden, will they get permission to plants a garden where they want it, would there be a good spot so people don't trample the plants or steal the food, will the plants get enough light? I'm not saying its a bad idea I'm saying it s a good idea it just might be harder than just planting some seeds and calling it a day.

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sofiathefifth   2025-11-07 12:32:28 (Last post: 2025-11-13 17:48:06)
Food Costs

I think food prices for organic foods should be more cheaper compared to the cheap processed foods that increase gases.

bibivviu   2025-11-12 12:14:50

But you also pay for the time and work put into growing organic foods. People are working hard to grow those produce but processed foods are able to be sold for cheaper because of how little it costs to grow it. Sure, organic foods are expensive but you cannot always get what is preferred. If anything I think we should rather boycott processed foods so that they'll change their ways for the environment and stop using methods that increased the greenhouse gases produced or at least find a way to lower the gases that come out of the process.

LeilaC   2025-11-13 17:48:06

It depends on your role in this situation.  The people who can't afford organic foods have to support big corporations. These corporation cause huge effect on the environment. Also these foods usually are not the best for your body,
For the farmers that grow and sell organic foods, it can impact them greatly if they have to lower their costs. Most of the time farming is their only job and lowering their prices make them lose a lot of money and a lot of people can’t afford losing any right now.

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yusef   2025-11-12 20:20:58 (Last post: 2025-11-13 11:31:19)
food waste

so much of the food in this world  ends up being thrown away. Wasted food = wasted energy,water and all the other resources/factories that were used for the food as well. To help we should be mindful of the amount of food we buy and the amount that we throw away. Reducing food wastes helps the hungry and reduce carbon footprint and overall helps the planet.

ifwi   2025-11-13 11:31:19

You make a great point. When you’re able to buy food on demand you become less careful about how much you buy, and when people often overestimate their solution is to dispose of it. I also think we need to be more careful in educating children about sustainable eating habits, such as not taking more than they can eat by taking smaller first portions and going for a second round if they are still hungry. I think that just teaching kids alone could help a significant measure.

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AGsjrstate   2025-11-12 19:45:59
Understanding Food & Hunger in a Changing Climate

Food and hunger are global issues that affect millions of people every day, and climate change is making both challenges even more difficult to solve. Rising temperatures, extreme weather, and shifting seasons directly impact crops, livestock, and the ability of communities to grow enough food. As food production becomes more unstable, the number of people facing hunger increases—especially in countries that already struggle with poverty or limited resources.One of the biggest concerns is that climate change affects different regions unevenly. Some areas experience severe droughts, while others face flooding or stronger storms. All of these conditions make it harder for farmers to grow healthy crops and raise animals. According to the United Nations World Food Programme, climate change is now one of the leading drivers of global hunger, affecting access to food and increasing food prices worldwide (https://www.wfp.org/climate-change).At the same time, the way we produce food also contributes to climate change. Large-scale agriculture, food waste, and long-distance transportation all add greenhouse gases to the atmosphere. The Environmental Protection Agency reports that food waste alone creates large amounts of methane in landfills, a greenhouse gas far more powerful than carbon dioxide (https://www.epa.gov/recycle/reducing-wasted-food-home).Even though these issues are global, each of us can play a part in reducing hunger and supporting a more sustainable food system. Simple actions like reducing food waste, buying locally when possible, choosing sustainable foods, and donating to hunger-relief organizations can make a meaningful difference. Food and hunger are challenges bigger than one person, but understanding the problem helps us become part of the solution. I’d love to hear your thoughts—what steps do you think we can take as individuals or students to help create a more sustainable and hunger-free world?

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Harish Parameswaran   2025-11-12 15:57:31
How can food be made more sustainably

Another major contribution to the overall carbon footprint of a individual is food consumption. The average male needs around 3,000 calories while the average female needs around 2,500. Calories. How can we meat that daily need sustainably?  Food production in general release 25-35 percent of the annual greenhouse gas emission per year.  To combat this we should practice better farming practices as well as turn to plant based diets. According to the National Library of Medicine,”Transitioning to plant-based diets (PBDs) has the potential to reduce diet-related land use by 76%, diet-related greenhouse gas emissions by 49%.” This means that consuming plant based diets could reduce the overall greenhouse gas emissions. Better farming practice such as starting to increase the productivity of rumients, animals such as cows and goats that release methane, “The same measures needed to increase productivity of ruminants and reduce land-use demands will also reduce methane emissions, mainly because more milk and meat is produced per kilogram of feed” This quote is from the WorldResourcesInstitute.org.  This quote form this reputable site directly proves the fact that increasing productivity in ruminants (a better farming practice) could reduce emissions that farming and food production release towards the environment. Enhanced practices as well as humans leading towards plant based diets could reduce emissions in the form of methane released by these animals.

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El_flaco0101   2025-11-12 12:37:26
The price on organic food

In my opinion, I think that organic foods like apples, carrots, and other organic foods should be cheaper than processed foods because we can make more of it and it is overall cheaper, so why should they be the same price as the foods that are more expensive to make and have chemicals that harm the human body.

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Lema.7.A   2025-11-12 12:35:49
Grow your own food

To reduce money spent, grow your own little farm in your yard! Grow your own vegetables and fruits, buy cheap seeds and use the dirt in your yard to plant them, then you get cheap snacks and ingredients without having to leave your own home. Fruit tastes sweeter when you put your own hard work into growing them.

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Sahar A   2025-11-12 12:13:59
Reducing Hunger

Hunger can be reduced if people try to bring food prices down.Especially fruits and vegetables because they grow naturally it should be cheaper so anyone can afford it.Hunger can also be lessened if people instead of throwing away leftovers they give it to someone who is hungry.

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