portland climate action now! portland can! reduce food waste
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Portland Climate Action Now!
Portland CAN! Reduce Food Waste
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Portland CAN!
• Portland Climate Action Now! Helps residents reduce carbon emissions and make a real difference on climate change in five key areas.
• By taking action today, together we can reach our goal of 80 percent reduction in carbon emissions by 2050.
CAN! 5 Categories
Your Home - Simple changes can save energy and money and increase the comfort of your home.
Your Stuff - Consider new ways to get the things you need to save money and conserve natural resources.
Getting Around: A mix of walking, biking and transit saves gas and helps you get daily exercise.
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Cont. CAN! 5 Categories
Your Community - Work with your friends and neighbors to take climate action together.
Your Food - Consider new ways to get the things you need to save money and conserve natural resources.
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Reduce Food WasteReduce Food Waste
Primary Waste Reduction Strategies
• Food planning
• Food storage
• Food consumption
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Planning Before You Shop
• Make a list/Plan• Checking cupboards and
fridge before making shopping list
• Identify some meals you cook once and then eat twice
• Double-up on ingredients
• Cook larger meals that can be reheated
• Stick to the list
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Optimizing Your Shopping
• Avoid spontaneous purchases• Shop for produce last• Think about '2 for 1' deals• Buy food loose• Don’t be afraid of “funny fruit”• Avoid pre-packaged food • Check the labels for storage
information• Avoid useless deals/Beware of
bulk • Don’t shop when you’re
hungry• Stay on the perimeter• Get food home promptly• FIFO
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Vegetable Storage
• Fridge or a dark cold place.
• Keep cucumbers, carrots and root vegetables hydrated.
• Store potatoes in a dark cool place.
• Remove moldy vegetables
• Unused vegetables can be used for sauces and soup.
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Fruit Storage
• Store fruits and vegetables that emit ethylene gas separately.
• Keep your produce whole.
• Remove spoiled produce immediately.
• Refrigerate or not?• Let it Breathe
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Dairy Storage
• Cream:1 week (F)
• Sour Cream: 2-3 weeks (NF)
• Cottage Cheese: 1 Week (F)
• Yogurt: 2 weeks (F)
• Buttermilk: 2 weeks (F)
• Cream Cheese: (F)
• Firm Cheese: 3-4 weeks (F)
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Bread Storage
• Store in a paper bag or airtight container.
• Freeze if it is close to best before date to use for toast.
• Frozen hard crust breads should be sprinkled with a little water and placed in the oven to warm.
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Staples
• Oils and vinegars
• Staples, grains and pastas
• Spices and seasonings
• Sauces & condiments
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