Food Rescue Apps Helping To Curb Millions Of Pounds Of Waste

The video discusses the efforts of Food Rescue Hero and Second Harvest in combating food waste through technology and volunteerism. Food Rescue Hero uses an app to connect volunteers with food suppliers, redirecting surplus food to those in need. The app is user-friendly, attracting early retirees as volunteers. Liz Errando highlights the significant food waste at home and retail levels, while Second Harvest's app has facilitated food recovery in Canada, especially during the pandemic. Volunteers share personal stories of community impact, emphasizing the program's importance in maintaining local connections.

What is the primary function of the Food Rescue Hero app?

• To sell unused food to consumers

• To coordinate deliveries of unused food to nonprofits

• To track food consumption in households

• To provide recipes for leftover food

What percentage of food waste occurs at home according to the transcript?

• 50%

• 43%

• 30%

• 60%

Why is it challenging to collect food waste from retail locations?

• Retailers do not want to participate

• The amount of food waste at each location is relatively small

• Retail locations are too far apart

• The food waste is too large to transport

How did the pandemic affect the use of the Canadian food rescue app?

• It led to the app being discontinued

• It decreased usage significantly

• It caused a significant increase in usage

• It had no impact on usage

What is one benefit volunteers have experienced from participating in food rescue programs?

• Increased personal income

• Improved cooking skills

• Enhanced community connections

• Access to free food