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Food Waste Calculator

Calculate food waste costs and environmental impact for homes, restaurants, and catering events. Identify savings opportunities and track sustainability metrics.

Setting Type

Household Size (people)

Weekly Grocery Spending ($)

Estimated Waste (%)

Average US household wastes 30-40% of purchased food. Be honest for accurate results.

Weekly Waste

$40.00

Monthly Waste

$173.20

Yearly Waste

$2080.00

Daily/Person

0.67 lbs

Yearly Weight

971 lbs

CO₂ Impact

1101 kg

Water Wasted

440k L

Save 25%

$520.00/yr

Tips to Reduce Waste

• Plan meals and make shopping lists
• Store food properly (FIFO - First In, First Out)
• Use "ugly" produce in soups and smoothies
• Freeze leftovers before they spoil
• Compost what you can"t eat