Climate Pollution Reduction Grant Program - Food Waste Stakeholder Session

Participate in a comprehensive stakeholder session focused on addressing food waste as part of New Jersey's Priority Climate Action Plan (PCAP). Learn about the state's efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, with a specific emphasis on tackling food waste issues. Discover how New Jersey plans to utilize $3 million in funding from the U.S. EPA to enhance existing climate action plans. Gain insights into the importance of reducing food waste, which constitutes approximately 22% of solid waste in New Jersey and contributes to greenhouse gas emissions when disposed of in landfills. Explore strategies for minimizing food waste, conserving natural resources, and saving money. Engage with experts from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) and the New Jersey Climate Change Resource Center at Rutgers University to provide valuable input on this critical environmental initiative.