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We're here to help! Share your current funding needs with ReFED, so we can continue to connect food waste solution providers like you with opportunities to access the capital needed to drive impact: https://loom.ly/QfgIlXY #Funding #FoodWaste

From product design to leading the charge against food waste—Selena Mao’s journey is nothing short of inspiring! Starting in product design, Selena soon realized she wanted her work to drive positive change. Now, as ReFED’s Manager of Research & Insights, she’s using data to create a more sustainable food system. Her passion for urban planning and food systems, inspired by her experience working in a Japanese restaurant with a zero-waste philosophy, led her to this critical role. Today, Selena is helping universities, retailers, and policymakers rethink food waste solutions. Her focus? Making sure that no food—or potential solution—gets left behind. Take a deep-dive into her world: https://lnkd.in/gSMnJPTT #FoodWaste #FoodSystems #UrbanPlanning #TechForGood

#DidYouKnow that there's a unique fermentation method being piloted in Japan to transform edible leftovers and scraps into sustainable feed for pigs while saving money, reducing #FoodWaste and curtailing #GHG emissions? https://loom.ly/4VCetIA

Let's end the week on a sweet note! Did you know that ALDI USA is transforming food waste into a viral sensation with their Frozen Cotton Candy Grapes? Made from leftover grapes that would have otherwise gone to waste, these no-sugar-added treats sold out in just three days last year, and they’re back by popular demand! By freezing these grapes at -40°F, Aldi prevents 50,000 pounds of food waste while delivering a delicious, planet-friendly dessert. It's innovative solutions like these that show how sustainability and deliciousness can go hand in hand. https://loom.ly/sA3Rf80 #FoodWaste #Innovation

#FoodWaste is a problem that negatively impacts the #economy and the #environment. These challenges present an opportunity for creative business models and partnerships that can rapidly provide consumers with access to food waste diversion solutions, which is why we funded Food Cycle Science (FCS) through the ReFED Catalytic Grant Fund. Read the latest about the Catalytic Grant Fund from ReFED's Angel Veza here:

The food system accounts for a third of global greenhouse gas emissions, yet it’s often overlooked in climate discussions. However, we know that reducing #FoodWaste can significantly benefit our environment. From farmers cultivating resilient crops to chefs crafting climate-conscious meals, from seaweed farms reviving shellfish populations to zero-waste grocery stores eliminating plastic—leaders across the food chain are stepping up. These climate solutions aren’t just concepts—they’re making a real impact. https://loom.ly/wTXTI18 #ClimateAction #FoodSystems #ZeroWaste

Exciting news! Walmart is taking a significant step forward in sustainability through a new collaboration with Denali, an industry leader in organic material recycling. This partnership is set to revolutionize the food recycling process at the nation’s largest retailer, bringing substantial benefits to both customers and employees. Traditionally, Walmart has relied on a manual, in-store system to handle the removal of expired, spoiled, damaged, or recalled food—a process known as “depackaging.” Now, with Denali’s expertise, Walmart can streamline this process, allowing associates to focus on other essential tasks while significantly boosting the amount of #FoodWaste diverted to organics recycling. https://loom.ly/z6k7Ntw #SustainablePackagedGoods #SPGs #OrganicRecycling #FoodWasteReduction

Congratulations to ReFED grantee and partner, Afterlife Ag, for being named a finalist in the $3M Grow-NY Global Business Competition! We're thrilled to see them recognized alongside our friends at Clean Crop Technologies. 🍄 Check out the details here: https://loom.ly/BxjLZDI

We're #Hiring again! This time for a dynamic Director of Impact for our Capital Programs: Responsibilities include overseeing ReFED’s Food Waste Funder Circle, thought leadership, investment trend reports, and various databases such as the Food Waste Capital Tracker and Grants Database. The Director will also support strategy and fundraising for ReFED’s Catalytic Grant Fund and Food Waste Innovation Challenges. This role involves building partnerships with public, private, and philanthropic funders, as well as entrepreneurs and technologists. Apply before August 26: https://loom.ly/GNFR228 #JobPosts #SustainabilityJobs #FoodSystems

Discover Food Rescue US! Thanks to ReFED's Catalytic Grant Fund, this nonprofit is enhancing its food rescue app with a new data-sharing feature. A dedicated API will integrate effortlessly with restaurant POS systems, simplifying food donations. Learn more about our grantees tackling restaurant food waste: https://loom.ly/_4q8upU #FoodWaste #FoodService #FoodRescue