: Rotting food in landfills is a primary driver of climate change, contributing to about 8-10% of global greenhouse gas emissions . The Vanishing Future: Economic and Social Shifts
A significant portion of what we produce—nearly —is "gone away" before it ever reaches a consumer's plate. Gone Away
"Gone Away" is a multifaceted concept that often touches on the loss of physical resources, the shifting social landscape for younger generations, or the philosophical mystery of what happens after life. : Rotting food in landfills is a primary
: In the US, approximately half of all produce is discarded due to "unrealistic and unyielding cosmetic standards". This "ugly" fruit and vegetable waste accounts for up to $15.4 billion in retail losses annually. Gone Away