Food Waste Management Practice in Malaysia and Its Potential Contribution to the Circular Economy

Yoong, L.S. and Bashir, M.J.K. and Wei, L.J. (2022) Food Waste Management Practice in Malaysia and Its Potential Contribution to the Circular Economy. Springer Nature, pp. 365-391. ISBN 9789811642302; 9789811642296

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Abstract

Food wastages are mainly contributed from overpurchasing of food and food stores� and outlets� overstocking. The amount of food waste generated in Malaysia is at the alarming rate. Over 17, 000 tonnes of food wastes are generated on a daily basis. The generated food waste is causing serious problems to the socioeconomic and environmental aspect. Encouraging industries, businesses, and consumers to implement the 3R (reduce, reuse, and recycle) concepts is an important target to achieve �Goal 12: Ensure Sustainable Consumption and Production Patterns.� Nevertheless, the application of circular economy principles to food waste management could represent a valuable impact to Malaysia economy performance optimization. This chapter draws a closer look on the current scenarios on food waste management, opportunities, challenges, and efforts of achieving the sustainable development goal. In addition, we aim to investigate the potential contribution of resource recovery from food waste to circular economy which can support sustainable economic growth and reduce environmental burdens. © Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. 2022.

Item Type: Book
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Depositing User: Mr Ahmad Suhairi UTP
Date Deposited: 19 Dec 2023 03:23
Last Modified: 19 Dec 2023 03:23
URI: https://khub.utp.edu.my/scholars/id/eprint/17599

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