Stop Food Waste: 5 Apps Leading the Fight

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Every year, massive amounts of food are wasted in Denmark. With smart apps, you can help reduce food waste while saving money.

Food waste is a significant issue in Denmark. Over 700,000 tons of food are thrown away annually, much of which could have been consumed. Food waste not only harms the environment but also affects your wallet. Fortunately, there are apps that make it easy to save food that would otherwise go to waste.

Here are five effective apps to help you fight food waste.

1. Too Good To Go

Too Good To Go connects restaurants and cafes with consumers to sell surplus food. For as little as 20 DKK, you can purchase a box of food that would otherwise have been discarded. Simply order through the app and pick it up at the eatery. It’s an easy way to get a cheap meal while helping reduce food waste.

2. Mad Skal Spises

Mad Skal Spises helps you find discounted items in supermarkets nearing their expiration dates. Stores and users upload sale items, which you can easily locate in the app. You get affordable food while helping stores avoid waste—a win-win for both you and the environment.

3. Holdbarhed

Holdbarhed helps you maximize the lifespan of your food. The app offers storage tips for over 600 different foods and provides recipes based on ingredients in your fridge. It makes it simple to use leftovers and avoid waste. However, the app could improve by adding a feature to track how long items have been in your fridge.

4. RedMaden

RedMaden allows you to purchase surplus food from restaurants after closing hours. You get access to delicious meals at discounted prices while helping reduce food waste. The app shows nearby restaurants offering surplus food, making it easy to enjoy great food with a clear conscience.

5. ShareFood

ShareFood enables private individuals to share surplus food. If you have items you won’t use, you can easily share them through the app. You can also search for surplus food in your area and collect what you need. The app has great potential but needs more users to become fully effective.

These five apps are a great way to combat food waste. You might already have your own methods, but remember that even small actions can create big results. Reducing food waste is a great place to start.

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