Up to 38% of all food produced in the United States goes uneaten, causing significant economic, environmental, and social repercussions

Clark County is joining more than 700 organizations across the world to support Food Waste Prevention Week. On March 18, the Clark County Council proclaimed April 7-13 to be Food Waste Prevention Week, a global movement to inspire cultural changes that reduce food waste at home, work and in communities.  

Up to 38% of all food produced in the United States goes uneaten, causing significant economic, environmental, and social repercussions. Reducing wasted food: 

• Saves money. A family of four can save up to $3,000 per year by reducing wasted food. 
• Conserves resources. Land, water, energy and human resources are used to grow, package and transport food. When food is wasted, so are resources.  

In celebration of Food Waste Prevention Week, Clark County Green Neighbors is hosting two free events where community members can learn how to save money on groceries and reduce climate impacts:  

• Food Waste Prevention Trivia: 7-9pm Tuesday, April 8 at Fortside Brewing, 2200 NE Andresen Road, Vancouver. Test your food waste knowledge and win prizes. Hosted by 5Star Trivia. Advanced registration is recommended.  
• Scrappy Cooking Workshop: 6-7:30pm Wednesday, April 9 at Cascade Park Community Library, 600 NE 136th Ave., Vancouver. Learn how to save money and prevent food waste by getting creative cooking with leftovers. Cooking demonstration by WSU Clark County Extension. Advanced registration is recommended. 

For more information about Food Waste Prevention Week in Clark County, visit the Clark County Green Neighbors website. 

Information provided by Clark Co. WA Communications.