Lead Story
Oct 8, 2026
Food Waste Diversion Policies Could Deliver Billions in Economic and Climate Benefits
New NRDC-commissioned research shows that comprehensive state food waste diversion policies could generate over $3 billion in economic activity and thousands of jobs, as demonstrated in Illinois and Colorado. Beyond cutting methane emissions from landfills, these policies build organics processing infrastructure and expand food rescue, composting, and recycling programs.
Sarah Mitchell