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Jon Trembley , Lead Cryogenic Applications at Air Products discusses waste as a supply chain challenge
A staggering 6.4 million tons of purchased food is wasted each year from homes in the UK . The greenhouse gas emissions associated with this waste accounted for approximately 18 million tons of carbon dioxide emitted . Not only is this harmful to the environment and global climate , but it has an impact on people ’ s pockets too . Wasted food accounts for around £ 17 billion each year , equating to £ 250 per person .
The scale of the waste problem is no secret in the food sector and there have been significant efforts to address it , with processes such as Modified Atmosphere Packaging ( MAP ) being widely recognized , accepted and explored . MAP works to increase the shelf life of food products , meaning consumers have more time before spoiling , resulting in reduced waste .
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