Greece Among Europe's Top Food Wasters
Greece ranks among Europe's top 3 food wasters, with each resident discarding an average of 201 kg of food annually, according to EUROSTAT.
The country holds the third-worst position in the European Union, behind Cyprus and Denmark, with annual food waste amounting to 201 kilograms/capita in 2023.
In comparison, the average in the European Union is considerably lower – 130 kg/capita per year. Notably, Greece threw away more than 2.09 million tons of food in 2023.
- Average food waste per resident: 201 kg annually
- EU average: 130 kg/capita per year
- Total food waste in Greece in 2023: over 2.09 million tons
According to the Greek Statistics Authority (ELSTAT), 7% of the population faces moderate or severe food insecurity, highlighting the need to address food waste amidst growing financial strain.
Author's summary: Greece wastes 201 kg of food per resident annually.