Tag: food_waste

DC Expands Composting Program with 20 New Smart Bins

29 May 2026 5:16 p.m.

Washington D.C. celebrates composting success, announcing 20 new food waste smart bins this summer. Since 2017, the city has composted 11 million pounds of food waste, significantly reducing environmental impact.

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NPR Launches Newsletter to Help Americans Cut Food Bills

18 May 2026 12:04 p.m. · Source: Joe Hernandez, NPR

NPR introduces "How to Cut Your Food Bill," a four-week newsletter by Joe Hernandez. It offers practical advice on meal planning, grocery shopping, reducing waste, and dining out on a budget to help manage rising food costs.

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