The Management of Food Waste Recycling for a Sustainable Future: A Case Study on South Korea-Reference-Cited by-同舟云学术

The Management of Food Waste Recycling for a Sustainable Future: A Case Study on South Korea

Published:2024-01-19 Issue:2 Volume:16 Page:854
ISSN:2071-1050
Container-title:Sustainability
language:en
Short-container-title:Sustainability

Author:

Lee Esther¹^ORCID,Shurson Gerald²^ORCID,Oh Sang-Hyon¹,Jang Jae-Cheol¹^ORCID

Affiliation:

1. Division of Animal Science, Institute of Agricultural and Life Science, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju 52725, Republic of Korea

2. Department of Animal Science, University of Minnesota, St. Paul, MN 55108, USA

Abstract

South Korea has made remarkable progress in food waste recycling through efficient policies. Around 30% of total waste is food waste, with over 90% of it effectively separated and collected. Challenges remain in optimizing biogas production and utilizing food waste for animal feed. The Volume-Based Waste Fee system, initiated in 1995, reduced waste and promoted recycling. In 2005, the ban on direct food waste landfilling further encouraged separation and proper disposal. The Master Plan for Reducing Food Wastes, launched in 2010, led to the nationwide implementation of the Weight-Based Food Waste Fee (WBFWF) system in 2013. Drawing inspiration from Japan’s policies and strengthening them with the WBFWF system, South Korea has evolved its food waste management. It also adapted European policies to enhance its regulations. This review provides a valuable waste management framework for countries seeking to improve their recycling and resource utilization initiatives.

Funder

Ministry of Education and National Research Foundation of Korea

Publisher

MDPI AG

Subject

Management, Monitoring, Policy and Law,Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment,Geography, Planning and Development,Building and Construction

Link

https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/16/2/854/pdf

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