Booker symbol group retailers have collectively saved over 300,000 meals going to waste as a result of their partnership with anti-food waste organisation Too Good To Go.
In total, 525 Londis, Budgens and Premier stores are signed up to the scheme, which allows customers to download a free app and purchase ‘magic bags’. The contents of the bag, which would otherwise go to waste, differ depending on the store, and the day of the week on which they are purchased.
Booker said the initiative had prevented over 135,000kg of food from going to waste. This constituted a CO2 saving of 337 tonnes, the equivalent of 503 return flights from London to New York, it added.
“I am proud of our symbol group retailers who have taken the opportunity to reduce their food waste through the sale of magic bags,” said Booker sustainability manager Catherine Marston.
“In addition to being environmentally friendly, it helps families to reduce their outgoings – which has never been more important – and underpins our values to support communities and the planet.”
Too Good To Go co-founder Jamie Crummie said: “It’s been fantastic to see our partnership with Booker’s customers go from strength to strength as we hit this great milestone.
“Not only is reducing food waste one of the most important things we can do to fight climate change, but it also allows for people to try out delicious food in an affordable way – it’s a win-win-win.”
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