- Author:
- Pacific Education Institute
- Subject:
- Environmental Science, Elementary Education, Nutrition
- Material Type:
- Unit of Study
- Level:
- Lower Primary
- Tags:
- License:
- Creative Commons Attribution
- Language:
- English
K- Food Waste Storyline_PDF
PEI SOLS Kindergarten Food Waste

Overview
While food waste is not typically seen as contributing to greenhouse gas emissions, it is a major contributor. Reducing food waste ranks as the 3rd most beneficial drawdown solution. Wasted food, and the resources to produce that food, are responsible for approximately 8% of global greenhouse gas emissions. When individuals and groups reduce food waste, it has a huge impact on reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Food waste awareness is applicable to every person and community. In this storyline, students connect with cultural values around food, impacts of food waste and solutions to food waste issues.