"International Journal of Geography, Geology and Environment"

Author(s): Rekha Rani, Dr. Ajay Kumar and Rohit Kumar

Abstract: Over 1.3 billion tonnes of food are wasted worldwide each year, making food waste a serious problem both locally and globally. Food instability and environmental damage are the results of this waste, which happens at several points from production to consumption. India wastes 60 million tonnes of food annually, which adds to resource depletion and greenhouse gas emissions. In order to identify unique obstacles and opportunities in decreasing food waste and improving food utilisation practices, this study focuses on the females' dorms at Punjab University. Finding and measuring the sources of food waste in the female dorms at Punjab University, estimating the amount wasted, and examining the attitudes of the occupants regarding food waste are the main goals. The goal of the research is to make recommendations for practical ways to promote sustainable practices and lessen food waste. For the fulfilment of the research objectives the data has been collected from 135 respondents by using convenient sampling with the use of structured questionnaire tool. The findings suggest policy intervention, food quality improvement, cleaning measures, trained staff, and resident mindfulness can reduce food waste, enhance food security, and promote sustainability. This paper aims to contribute to the ongoing converse on food waste operation and proposes practicable recommendations for Hostel authority, mess/canteen owner and hostel residents.

DOI: 10.22271/27067483.2024.v6.i1f.279

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