Chapter
The Truth About Food Waste Statistics
01:54 - 07:53 (05:59)
The statistic that 40% of food is wasted is often misunderstood, as it actually refers to the amount of food waste in municipal landfills. However, composting food waste can significantly reduce methane emissions.
Clips
The podcast hosts discuss one of their favorite jokes from The Simpsons, specifically from the "Treehouse of Horror" Halloween episodes, and share a brief clip from the episode.
01:54 - 02:50 (00:55)
Summary
The podcast hosts discuss one of their favorite jokes from The Simpsons, specifically from the "Treehouse of Horror" Halloween episodes, and share a brief clip from the episode.
ChapterThe Truth About Food Waste Statistics
EpisodeSelects: Composting: Nature's Most Interesting Process
PodcastStuff You Should Know
A commonly cited statistic that 40% of food is wasted is a bit misleading as it actually refers to the amount of food waste in municipal landfills, but composting can help reduce food waste and carbon dioxide is mostly produced.
02:51 - 05:59 (03:08)
Summary
A commonly cited statistic that 40% of food is wasted is a bit misleading as it actually refers to the amount of food waste in municipal landfills, but composting can help reduce food waste and carbon dioxide is mostly produced.
ChapterThe Truth About Food Waste Statistics
EpisodeSelects: Composting: Nature's Most Interesting Process
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Chuck and Josh discuss the benefits of composting and the staggering amount of waste that is produced by humans.
05:59 - 07:05 (01:06)
Summary
Chuck and Josh discuss the benefits of composting and the staggering amount of waste that is produced by humans. Although recycling can include composting, only around 25-30% of waste is actually recovered, whereas the goal in cities like Seattle is to recycle up to 70% by the end of the year.
ChapterThe Truth About Food Waste Statistics
EpisodeSelects: Composting: Nature's Most Interesting Process
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The city of Seattle has made composting mandatory for its residents.
07:05 - 07:53 (00:48)
Summary
The city of Seattle has made composting mandatory for its residents. Although the hosts fell in love with the city, they acknowledge the rainy climate but would still consider living there.