REDUCING FOOD WASTE: A DOCUMENT ANALYSIS OF EUROPEAN REGULATIONS
REDUCING FOOD WASTE: A DOCUMENT ANALYSIS OF EUROPEAN REGULATIONS

Author(s): Mădălina-Ioana Petrea, Larisa Nicoleta Gafencu
Subject(s): Law, Constitution, Jurisprudence, Public Administration, Socio-Economic Research
Published by: Editura Universităţii »Alexandru Ioan Cuza« din Iaşi
Keywords: food waste; European Union; sustainability;
Summary/Abstract: This article provides a comprehensive document analysis of European regulations aimed at reducing food waste. The study examines various policy documents, guidelines, and legal frameworks related to food waste reduction in the European Union (EU) and its member states. The analysis reveals that the EU has taken significant steps to address the issue of food waste, with a range of policies and initiatives aimed at reducing the amount of food that is wasted throughout the food supply chain. The study identifies several key themes that emerge from the analysis, including the need for better measurement and monitoring of food waste, the importance of collaboration and partnerships between stakeholders, and the potential for regulatory frameworks to incentivize more sustainable food practices. Overall, the study suggests that European regulations have an important role to play in reducing food waste, but that a more integrated and holistic approach is needed to address the root causes of the problem. The findings of this research are relevant to policymakers, food industry actors, and other stakeholders interested in promoting more sustainable and efficient food systems.

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