Reducing food waste - how the Smantry app helps

Reducing food waste - how the Smantry app helps
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Food waste is a major problem that not only harms the environment, but also causes economic losses. Every year, households in Germany throw away around 78 kilograms of food per person. This waste mainly affects fruit and vegetables, bread and baked goods as well as prepared meals (BMEL) (BMEL).

The main reasons for food waste

According to the 2020 GfK study by the Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMEL), fruit and vegetables made up 35% of avoidable waste, followed by 13% bread and baked goods and 12% drinks. Dairy products and prepared meals also account for a significant proportion (BMEL) (BMEL).

The Smantry app as a solution

The Smantry app offers an innovative solution for reducing food waste. It enables users to manage their supplies, create shopping lists and manage their available food better at a glance. Households that use the app regularly can significantly reduce their food waste. This not only means less waste, but also considerable financial savings.

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Financial benefits
By reducing waste and better planning purchases, users of the Smantry app can save more than 300 euros a year. These savings result from a more efficient use of available food and the avoidance of unnecessary purchases.

Monthly saving potiential with the pantry app in euros (€)

Conclusion
Food waste is not only an ethical and ecological problem, but also an economic one. The Smantry app offers a practical solution that helps to reduce food waste and save money at the same time. By using the app, consumers can reduce their ecological footprint and make an important contribution to sustainability. Take the first step and download the Smantry app today - for a more sustainable future and a bigger wallet.