Grants to Cut Food Waste: 50% Reduction Goal by 2030.
This bill establishes an EPA grant program aimed at reducing the nation's food waste by 50% by 2030. The program authorizes $650 million annually for states, local governments, and nonprofits to fund local initiatives focused on prevention, food rescue, and recycling. Citizens may see new local composting programs, easier ways to donate surplus food, and potentially changes in waste disposal fees designed to incentivize waste reduction.
Key points
The EPA will award $650 million annually in grants to support projects that reduce food waste in states and local communities.
Grants fund activities like preventing waste generation, redirecting surplus food for consumption (rescue), and recycling (e.g., composting).
Local governments can implement new policies, including differential pricing, to discourage sending food waste to landfills or incinerators.
Priority funding will be given to projects in low-income communities and communities disproportionately affected by environmental issues.
Status:
Expired
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