Why It matters locally - food waste
This isn't just about meeting government mandates; it's about saving the taxpayer money on disposal costs and generating renewable energy to power our own communities.
By May 2026, we aim to reduce this waste by at least 25%. It starts with one small caddy in your kitchen
The benefits in Staffordshire:
Cost
Reducing waste reduces disposal costs for councils
In Staffordshire, reducing food waste could unlock up to £1 million in savings, alongside significant environmental benefits
Reducing food waste generally also saves residents money too. Throwing food away costs the average Staffordshire household:
- £260 per person per year
- £620 per average household
Recycling Rates
Separating food waste improves recycling performance and reduces pressure on residual waste systems
Climate
Food waste contributes 8–10% of global greenhouse gas emissions.
Removing food waste from residual bins reduces emissions and supports Staffordshire’s climate ambitions.
If every household in Staffordshire used their new caddy, we would hit our waste reduction targets overnight.
