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World Food Day: Reducing Food Waste through the "Pay As You Throw" System
Article by
Maria Ttakka, Consultant, Sustainability Services
With the slogan "Right to food for a better life and a better future," World Food Day brings to the forefront one of the most serious challenges of our time: food waste. Every year, millions of people suffer from hunger and food insecurity, while about one-third of the food produced globally ends up in the trash. This paradox not only highlights social inequalities but also worsens environmental issues such as climate change, as food waste also means wasting resources like water, energy, and labor.
In Cyprus, the issue of food waste is particularly relevant. According to Eurostat data, Cyprus ranks first among EU member states in terms of per capita food waste, mainly due to a lack of effective waste management until recently. This situation is expected to change with the introduction of the "Pay As You Throw" (PAYT) system, an initiative used in various other countries aimed at tackling the generation of waste, including food waste, by making consumers financially responsible for the mixed waste they produce and dispose.
In this context, the introduction of the PAYT system in Cyprus is an important and necessary step. This system is based on the principle that "the polluter pays” meaning that those who produce more waste will pay more, compared to traditional flat waste tariff systems. With the implementation of PAYT, Cyprus is taking a proactive step toward reducing waste and food waste, conserving resources, and lowering waste management costs. Households and businesses will be charged based on the volume of waste they produce, while recyclable and compostable materials will be exempt from charges. This creates a strong incentive to reduce waste, recycle, and compost.
The PAYT system directly addresses one of the main causes of food waste: the lack of awareness about the economic and environmental costs of waste. Today, many do not realize the financial burden of discarding food, but PAYT will make this cost visible. When people pay more for the waste they produce, they are more likely to think twice before producing unnecessary and throwing away food. At the same time, the system encourages better waste sorting, as recyclable and compostable waste is exempt from charges, promoting more sustainable practices.
Reducing food waste is a responsibility we can all take on by following also other simple and smart strategies for managing our shopping and food. Adopting practices that reduce waste, such as careful shopping planning, proper food storage, and the use of home composting, can actively contribute to saving money for households and businesses. Good and smart practices can make a difference, and they are now easily accessible to everyone. For example, as part of the "Life FOODprint" project in which we participated as partners, a series of guides have been developed with best practices and solutions for reducing food waste in households and businesses, as well as a composting guide. For more information, you can visit the project website www.foodprintcy.eu.
The problem of food waste is multi-dimensional and affects us both locally and globally. In Cyprus, as we prepare for the implementation of the PAYT system which will be initiated along with a new system for the sorting and separate collection from source (household) the organic wastes, we have a unique opportunity to rethink our relationship with food and waste. World Food Day reminds us of the global impact of our daily choices and the power we have to positively influence the world through small, sustainable actions.
Reducing food waste is not just about saving money, it’s about ensuring that the resources we consume are used effectively and that no one goes hungry. If we collectively embrace the principles of the PAYT system and the sorting of organics at source, we can reverse the tide of food waste and contribute to a future where everyone has access to nutritious food. Every small action count, and together we can create a more sustainable world where food is valued, resources are preserved, and the right to food becomes a reality for all.