FOOD SYSTEMS
Through the Food Systems area of focus, Root Local supports & promotes understanding of how food is grown, distributed, and decomposes within the metro Atlanta region. With this understanding, we address challenges found within the system and take steps to impact positive change.
Stats & Facts:
- Under our current food system, wasted food contributes 12% of solid waste in Georgia’s landfills and is one of largest contributors to climate change.
- Each year in Georgia, over 151 lbs. of food is wasted per person, which adds up to about $1.92 billion in losses.
- Composting wasted food prevents it from becoming harmful greenhouse gasses while producing nutrient-rich soil, and in some cases, jobs.
- Two great resources to learn more about preventing food waste pollution during Pollution Prevention Week, September 16-20, are the World Wildlife Fund and Earth.org. From learning about food sector processes to simple steps that will help reduce environmental impact, these experts have the answers.
- The Environmental Protection Agency is an extensive resource for sustainable food management that explains the issues and what businesses, organizations, communities, and individuals can do to help.
Make a Collective Impact
We understand that with so many options in the sustainability world, it’s hard to know where you can start making a meaningful impact. We are here to make it easier.
Grow the Map
Support us in growing the Eco-Map for Metro Atlanta, or EMMA, so individuals, communities, organizations, and businesses can connect, find solutions, and embrace environmental consciousness.
Get Involved
There are always ways to create impact. Root Local provides a one-stop resource that offers opportunities to connect. Volunteer, attend events, join committees: find the right fit on our Event Calendar.