These policies helped South Korea's capital decrease food waste

The video discusses South Korea's approach to managing food waste, focusing on Seoul's program. It highlights the legal requirement to separate food waste, the use of technology to track waste, and the costs involved. The video also explores generational differences in attitudes towards food waste and details the recycling process, which includes converting waste into animal feed and biogas. The program has led to significant reductions in food waste and pollution, with future goals to further decrease waste.

What is the consequence of not recycling food waste in South Korea?

• Community service

• A potential fine

• A warning letter

• No consequence

How do residents in Seoul track their food waste?

• Through a radio frequency ID card

• By using a mobile app

• With a paper logbook

• By reporting to a local office

What was one of the main reasons for Seoul's shift from landfill disposal to recycling food waste?

• To create more landfill space

• To reduce pollution and save money

• To increase employment

• To comply with international regulations

What is one of the byproducts of Seoul's food waste recycling process?

• Plastic

• Biogas

• Glass

• Compost

What percentage of households in Seoul reportedly do not produce any food waste?

• 10-15%

• 5-10%

• 30-35%

• 20-25%