scholarly journals Less Food Wasted? Changes to New Zealanders’ Household Food Waste and Related Behaviours Due to the 2020 COVID-19 Lockdown

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (18) ◽  
pp. 10006
Author(s):  
Emma L. Sharp ◽  
Jillian Haszard ◽  
Victoria Egli ◽  
Rajshri Roy ◽  
Lisa Te Morenga ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Food Waste ◽  
Full Time ◽  
Environmental Reporting ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Household Food ◽  
Form Part ◽  
Food Planning ◽  
Data Gap ◽  
Meal Planning ◽  
The Impact

Food waste is a crisis of our time, yet it remains a data gap in Aotearoa New Zealand’s (NZ’s) environmental reporting. This research contributes to threshold values on NZ’s food waste and seeks to understand the impact of the 2020 COVID-19 lockdown on household food waste in NZ. The data presented here form part of the ‘Covid Kai Survey’, an online questionnaire that assessed cooking and food planning behaviours during the 2020 lockdown and retrospectively before lockdown. Of the 3028 respondents, 62.5% threw out food ‘never’/‘rarely’ before lockdown, and this number increased to 79.0% during lockdown. Participants who wasted food less frequently during lockdown were more likely to be older, work less than full-time, and have no children. During lockdown, 30% and 29% of those who ‘frequently’ or ‘sometimes’ struggled to have money for food threw out food ‘sometimes or more’; compared with 20% of those who rarely struggled to have money for food (p < 0.001). We found that lower levels of food waste correlated with higher levels of cooking confidence (p < 0.001), perceived time (p < 0.001), and meal planning behaviours (p < 0.001). Understanding why food waste was generally considerably lower during lockdown may inform future initiatives to reduce food waste, considering socio-economic and demographic disparities.

scholarly journals Does the COVID-19 external shock matter on household food waste? The impact of social distancing measures during the lockdown

2021 ◽  
pp. 105815
Author(s):  
Matteo Vittuari ◽  
Matteo Masotti ◽  
Elisa Iori ◽  
Luca Falasconi ◽  
Tullia Gallina Toschi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Food Waste ◽  
Social Distancing ◽  
Household Food ◽  
The Impact

scholarly journals The impact of COVID-19 pandemic on radiology residents in Northern Italy

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sergio Cavalieri ◽  
Marco Spinetta ◽  
Domenico Zagaria ◽  
Marta Franchi ◽  
Giulia Lavazza ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Northern Italy ◽  
Full Time ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Loved One ◽  
Research Activities ◽  
Key Points ◽  
Radiology Residents ◽  
Training Programmes ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Objectives To assess changes in working patterns and education experienced by radiology residents in Northwest Italy during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods An online questionnaire was sent to residents of 9 postgraduate schools in Lombardy and Piedmont, investigating demographics, changes in radiological workload, involvement in COVID-19-related activities, research, distance learning, COVID-19 contacts and infection, changes in training profile, and impact on psychological wellbeing. Descriptive and χ2 statistics were used. Results Among 373 residents invited, 300 (80%) participated. Between March and April 2020, 44% (133/300) of respondents dedicated their full time to radiology; 41% (124/300) engaged in COVID-19-related activities, 73% (90/124) of whom working in COVID-19 wards; 40% (121/300) dedicated > 25% of time to distance learning; and 66% (199/300) were more involved in research activities than before the pandemic. Over half of residents (57%, 171/300) had contacts with COVID-19-positive subjects, 5% (14/300) were infected, and 8% (23/300) lost a loved one due to COVID-19. Only 1% (3/300) of residents stated that, given the implications of this pandemic scenario, they would not have chosen radiology as their specialty, whereas 7% (22/300) would change their subspecialty. The most common concerns were spreading the infection to their loved ones (30%, 91/300), and becoming sick (7%, 21/300). Positive changes were also noted, such as being more willing to cooperate with other colleagues (36%, 109/300). Conclusions The COVID-19 pandemic changed radiology residents’ training programmes, with distance learning, engaging in COVID-19-related activities, and a greater involvement in research becoming part of their everyday practice. Key Points • Of 300 participants, 44% were fully dedicated to radiological activity and 41% devoted time to COVID-19-related activities, 73% of whom to COVID-19 wards. • Distance learning was substantial for 40% of residents, and 66% were involved in research activities more than before the COVID-19 pandemic. • Over half of residents were exposed to COVID-19 contacts and less than one in twenty was infected.

scholarly journals FEED - Modeling the relationship between education and food waste

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 755-768
Author(s):  
Valentina Mihaela Ghinea ◽  
Ramona Elena Cantaragiu ◽  
Mihalache Ghinea
Keyword(s):  
Food Waste ◽  
Causal Model ◽  
Simulation Software ◽  
Social Disparities ◽  
Foreseeable Future ◽  
Household Food ◽  
The World ◽  
The Impact ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
The Eu

AbstractAs formed by humans, which are living creatures full of contradictions, our society is characterized as well by lots of paradoxes. One could say that it has never been so wealthy and educated, while others would declare themselves as being grateful for a simple glass of water or a slice of bread, as the world wide abundance of goods and opportunities is counterpointed by deep scarcity, sometimes not too far from the sources of waste. Therefore, quite large amounts of edible food that could have been consumed end up in landfills, thus contributing to environmental pollution and social disparities. Despite many studies conducted in order to better understand the causes of this phenomenon, and although at the EU and UN level some actions were taken in order to reduce consumer food waste, the topic still remains open and it lacks a clear and impactful approach. In this light, we made use of the results of previous studies, and we built the causal model, FEED, based on system dynamics, with the aim to explore the impact of the evolution of educational attainment on the aggregate of household food waste. We then translated the model into the tenet of the dynamic simulation software, TRUE. There was no reinforcing loop displayed by FEED causal loop version, fact aligned with the evolution of our goal-variable when the simulation of the model was run, a result that make us to suspect the possibility of reducing food waste in the foreseeable future.

scholarly journals Household Food Waste in A Sample of the Libyan Community

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tawfik M Hassan ◽  
Manal M Alkadrawy
Keyword(s):  
Food Waste ◽  
Economic Value ◽  
Education Level ◽  
Short Message ◽  
Extension Programs ◽  
Household Level ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Shopping List ◽  
Household Food ◽  
The Impact

Background: Consumer behaviors at the household level have an impact on the quantity of food waste and the economic resources of the family and the country. This study aimed to assess food waste in a random sample of the Libyan community. Methods: A questionnaire was designed for the study and distributed randomly through social media, short message, e-mails, and via face to face interviews from November 26 to December 21, 2019. Results: Forty percent of the respondents used a shopping list for food; while 15% of the respondents discarded food. The percentage of monthly expenditure on food was significantly (P < 0.05) associated with shopping list, income, education level, and employment. Meanwhile, the quantity of food waste was associated (P < 0.05) with education level and place of living. Moreover, the economic value of food waste was associated (P < 0.05) with the shopping list. The bread was the most food waste commodity followed by vegetables and pasta. The quantity of discarded food accounted for 2661 tons/year with an estimated value of 163 million Libyan dinars/year. Conclusion: To reduce household food waste by the Libyan community it is required to improve the quality of bread and raise consumer awareness of the impact of food waste on the environment, economy, and society. This could be achieved through mass media extension programs as well as seminars and workshops.

scholarly journals Impact of COVID-19 on Food and Plastic Waste Generated by Consumers in Bangkok

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (16) ◽  
pp. 8988
Author(s):  
Chen Liu ◽  
Pongsun Bunditsakulchai ◽  
Qiannan Zhuo
Keyword(s):  
Food Waste ◽  
Home Delivery ◽  
Food Delivery ◽  
Plastic Waste ◽  
Planning And Management ◽  
Plastic Bags ◽  
Delivery Services ◽  
Food Planning ◽  
Cold Food ◽  
The Impact

The crisis ignited by COVID-19 has transformed the volume and composition of waste generation and requires a dynamic response from policy makers. This study selected Bangkok as a case study to semi-quantitatively examine the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak on consumer-generated food and plastic waste by examining changes in lifestyles and consumption behaviour through a face-to-face questionnaire survey. Travel bans and diminished economic activity due to COVID-19 have led to a dramatic reduction in waste from the business sector and in the total amount of municipal waste generated. However, the results of the survey showed that both food and plastic waste generated by households in Bangkok increased during COVID-19. The shift from eating out to online food delivery services led to an increase in plastic bags, hot-and-cold food bags, plastic food containers, and food waste. Reasons for the increase in household food waste during COVID-19 varied, with respondents citing excessive amounts of food and unappetising taste, followed by exceeding the expiration date and rotting/foul odours. These reasons may be the result of the inability to predict quantity and quality when ordering online, and inadequate food planning and management by consumers. To achieve more effective food and plastic waste management, home delivery services, consumer food planning and management, and the formation of a circular economy based on localised supply chains may be considered as important intervention points.

scholarly journals Impact of Covid-19 on Household Food Waste: The Case of Italy

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gioacchino Pappalardo ◽  
Simone Cerroni ◽  
Rodolfo M. Nayga ◽  
Wei Yang
Keyword(s):  
Waste Management ◽  
Food Waste ◽  
Groundwater Pollution ◽  
Management System ◽  
Nationwide Survey ◽  
Waste Management System ◽  
Food Purchases ◽  
Household Food ◽  
Key Drivers ◽  
The Impact

Covid-19 has significantly affected people's food purchasing and consumption habits. Fears of disruptions in the food supply chain have caused an increase in the quantity and type of food bought by households. However, increases in food purchases could give rise to food waste with negative ramifications for the environment in terms of greenhouse emissions and groundwater pollution. To assess whether household food waste has changed during Covid-19 lockdown, we conducted a nationwide survey of household food purchasers in Italy. Although the amount of food purchases increased during the lockdown, our results show that food waste actually decreased as people mainly bought more non-perishable food. Interestingly, concerns about the impact that the pandemic could have on the waste management system and the desire not to add pressure to the waste management system are key drivers of decreased food waste in Italy during the pandemic. Our findings seem to suggest that Italian consumers are developing a new level of awareness about food waste with potential positive impacts on the environment in terms of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and groundwater pollution.

scholarly journals EXPLORING HOUSEHOLD FOOD WASTE ISSUE IN ALGERIA

AGROFOR ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Samir Ali AROUS ◽  
Roberto CAPONE ◽  
Philipp DEBS ◽  
Yasmina HADDADI ◽  
Hamid EL BILALI ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Food Waste ◽  
Behavioral Change ◽  
Exploratory Study ◽  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Relative Importance ◽  
Household Food ◽  
Mediterranean Countries ◽  
Food Management ◽  
Food Losses ◽  
The Impact

Food losses and waste (FLW) is a phenomenon that has been underestimated, littlestudied and poorly documented in the Mediterranean countries. Actually, nopolicies, laws, strategies and action plans have been implemented to reduce FLWin Algeria. This exploratory study aims to evaluate household FW in Algeria. Anonline survey with 323 Algerian households was conducted in February-April 2015to assess the knowledge and relative importance of FW; attitudes towards FW;impacts of behaviors regarding food and food management; FW quantity andvalue; as well as barriers and willingness to behavioral change. Sample is genderbalanced(54% female and 46% male) and rather young (93% are less than 44 yearsold) while most of respondents have high education level. Results show thathousehold planning and shopping activities are significant forecasters of FW.Attitudes may change according to periods especially in Ramadan (88% ofrespondents declare that FW increase during this month) and to the category offood (most wasted product groups are fruits and vegetables, cereals and bakeryproducts). Most of the respondents have a good understanding of “use by” fooddate label while they still confuse the meaning of “best before”. It seems that FW iswidespread in Algeria as only 1% of respondents declare that they do not waste anyfood. About 15% declare that their households throw away at least 250 g of stillconsumable food each week. Even though Algeria is considered as a developingcountry, an important part of food wastage occurs at consumer level as in high andmiddle income countries. In order to reduce food waste, efforts should be directedtowards providing consumers with skills and tools to deal with their food-relatedactivities and to better consider the impact of food waste on the environment andeconomy.

scholarly journals Sustainability of Household Food Waste Reduction: A Fresh Insight on Youth’s Emotional and Cognitive Behaviors

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (13) ◽  
pp. 7013
Author(s):  
Saman Attiq ◽  
Ka Yin Chau ◽  
Shahid Bashir ◽  
Muhammad Danish Habib ◽  
Rauf I. Azam ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Food Waste ◽  
Waste Reduction ◽  
Household Waste ◽  
Sustainable Food ◽  
Reduction Behavior ◽  
Cognitive Behaviors ◽  
Global Challenge ◽  
Household Food ◽  
Young Consumers ◽  
The Impact

The sustainability of food waste is one of the most important contemporary economic, social, and environmental issues that encompasses useful academic, practical, and policymaking implications. Under the domain of sustainability, food waste is a serious global challenge with a growing public, political, and corporate concern. Existing literature regarding the sensitization of consumers and the promotion of waste cautious behaviors still has much room for improvement in household waste. To bridge the gap in the literature, this study identifies and examines determinants of young consumers’ food waste reduction behavior in households. Using a sample size of 391 young consumers of household food products from Pakistan, a full-scaled administrative survey is conducted, and our hypotheses are empirically tested by using the PLS structural modeling equation. Our findings reveal significant impacts from both cognitive and emotional aspects on sustainable food waste reduction behavior. Our results have several important implications for policymakers and all the stakeholders, especially for marketers, including advertising strategies, policies to mitigate the impact of food waste, and the development of educational programs related to food waste.

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