Gyeongbuk Office of Education's Cafeteria 'Zero Food Waste Campaign' Stands Out... 30% Reduction in 80 Days

Gyeongbuk Office of Education (Superintendent Lim Jong-sik) is operating a “Zero Food Waste Campaign” in the cafeteria to respond to the increasingly important climate crisis and to practice carbon neutrality in daily life.

The cafeteria serves about 400 people daily, generating an average of 50 kg of food waste per day, which is one of the causes of greenhouse gas emissions.

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The campaign to reduce food waste is being carried out by encouraging practices such as taking only as much food as one can eat and using the additional serving station for extra side dishes.

Since the launch of the “Zero Food Waste Campaign” on September 4, the Gyeongbuk Office of Education has achieved significant results, reducing the daily food waste in the cafeteria from 50 kg to 35 kg (a 30% decrease).

When converted to annual food waste disposal costs, this reduction can save 2 million KRW.

To encourage active participation and positive response to the campaign, a special “No Leftover Day Lottery Event” will be held on the 22nd, providing employees with small prizes and desserts.

Superintendent Lim Jong-sik of Gyeongbuk Office of Education said, “I hope this small practice that employees can participate in daily life will provide an opportunity to think about environmental protection,” adding, “We will operate small but diverse events that can save the global environment and become a leading Gyeongbuk Office of Education in addressing environmental issues.”

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