If you’re chomping at the bit to do your part in reducing food waste—and let’s face it, you should be considering that a startling 40% of food in the U.S. never gets eaten—then there’s some low-hanging fruit just waiting for your attention. According to a recent statement from the City of Salem’s “Save the Food” campaign, simply using up what you buy can save resources and offer some relief to your wallet of about $1,500 a year for an average family of four.
One of the suggested strategies is planning meals and only hitting the grocery store with a specific list. Keeping a watchful eye on proper storage for your fruits and veggies – trust us, not everything belongs in the cooler confines of your fridge – can also make a significant dent in food waste. As the City of Salem’s website points out, this isn’t just about wasted munchies; when food decomposes in landfills, it’s responsible for a hefty chunk of methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas…