Baden-Württemberg Aims to Halve Food Waste Per Capita by 2030
Baden-Württemberg is tackling food waste with a comprehensive strategy aiming to halve waste per capita by 2030. Around 58% of food waste, totalling 6.3 million tonnes, comes from households. Each German consumer discards about 74.5 kilograms annually, with 11 million tonnes still ending up in landfills.
The state's 'Valuing Food: For a Sustainable Future' strategy focuses on five key areas and cross-cutting measures. Despite an action plan titled 'Valuing Food', specific details on concrete measures remain unavailable. However, the 'Food Savers - New Heroes Needed' action week, set for September 29 to October 6, 2025, will engage the public in waste reduction.
The Ministry of Food, Rural Areas and Consumer Protection is available for further information. The state has shown commitment through campaigns and action weeks, encouraging greater food appreciation and conscious handling.
Baden-Württemberg's strategy aims to reduce food waste significantly by 2030. While specific measures are yet to be disclosed, public engagement and awareness are being fostered through initiatives like the 'Food Savers' action week. The state's commitment to reducing food waste is clear, with the ultimate goal of halving waste per capita.
