The Throw-No-More app shares information about soon-to-be-expired products in supermarkets. Users can now pick their shopping destination based on the availability of offers at nearby stores. With products discounted up to 80%, this solution helps consumers conveniently save money. At the same time it enables retailers to reduce food waste and boost their bottom line. A clear win-win situation.
Why is food waste a problem?
The latest report from the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) shows that we throw away 17 percent of food sold in supermarkets, restaurants, other food businesses and in households. This is on top of the food that is wasted further up the supply chain. This results in many problems that span the economy, human health, climate change and the environment.