Unveiling Michigan’s Wasted Food Solutions: A Collaborative Effort by CET
CET is building relationships in Michigan with stakeholders that are dedicated to addressing wasted food.
Through a review of existing policies, programs, and outreach strategies, CET assisted the West Michigan Sustainable Business Forum with the development of its Statewide Food Production and Distribution Food Waste Reduction Roadmap.
CET used our nationwide experience with wasted food and conducted a gap analysis to inform a roadmap for implementing food waste reduction policies, outreach, and incentive programs for farmers, food manufacturers, and grocery retailers. To learn more about CET’s work in Michigan and to get involved, contact CET today at 888-813-8552 or email wastedfood@cetonline.org.
Resources for Sharing and Action
- Sustainable Partners: Access curated information to share on your social media, newsletters, or editorial content about the Wasted Food Assistance program.
- Toolkit: Explore practical tools and guides to support your efforts in reducing wasted food.
Wasted Food Resources for Businesses · Michigan
Get a collection of resources curated by waste reduction specialists for businesses of all sizes. Hear inspiring stories captured by CET, showcasing the many benefits of businesses bringing wasted food solutions to life.
- Western Michigan Sustainable Business Forum (WMSBF) offers networking events and educational programs to commercial and institutional facilities seeking food waste reduction and recovery options.
- Michigan Organics Council, a chapter of the US Composting Council, brings together statewide composting interests such as best practices for processing and utilization of end products.
- Composting Information and Regulations, from the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, offers compost operating training presentations, guidebooks, and regulations.
- Feeding America of Western Michigan gathers and donates food in West Michigan and the Upper Peninsula, and guides businesses and food rescue organizations on best practices for fighting hunger in the state.
Other Michigan Waste Resources
Below are external resources curated by waste reduction specialists and partner organizations. These resources include information for businesses seeking to reduce waste and for municipalities looking to implement waste bans and regulations. CET is a partner to aid your journey in combating wasted food.
EPA Wasted Food Scale
CET employs the EPA’s Wasted Food Scale as a guiding tool to assist various businesses, including restaurants, universities, colleges, event organizers, supermarkets, churches, etc. Additionally, discover relevant partner resources to learn how to reduce the environmental impact of wasted food in your business across the scale.
