Collective Action Japan

All About Collective Action Japan: We're here to highlight efforts to reduce food loss and waste in support of the STOP! Food Loss and Waste project, a collective impact initiative. The project, a joint effort by members of the public, local governments, businesses, and social action organizations, was launched in support of targets set by the UN in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Japan’s Environment Ministry. Both call for halving food waste by the year 2030.

Collective Impact: STOP! Food Loss & Waste

Natural Japan Sustainable Development Goals

In line with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals established by the United Nations, Japan’s Ministry of the Environment is expanding efforts to reduce food loss. The Collective Impact; STOP! Food Loss & Waste Project is one step toward realizing change.

Innovative Businesses are Battling Food Loss

Natural Japan Sustainable Development Goals

Food loss has become a global issue, and Japan is no exception. A number of innovative initiatives have recently sprung up in Japan to help spare food from the garbage bin and reduce food loss.

Home Appliances Can Help Prevent Food Loss

Life in Japan Sustainable Development Goals

Smart applications, home appliances, and good practices can help prevent and reduce food loss in households.

From Rubbish to Resource: Recycling Food

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While composting isn't a new concept, it is receiving increased attention in Japan due to increasing environmental awareness. Find out how composting is becoming more convenient and user-friendly in the hopes of widespread adoption throughout the country.

A 10-Year Challenge to Achieve Sustainability

Life in Japan Sustainable Development Goals

Sustainable Development Goals are essential not only to our planet as a whole, but to our businesses, which will need to work hard to adapt to our ever-changing lifestyle.

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