It’s been just over two weeks since the 2025 ReFED Food Waste Solutions Summit wrapped up, and we’re still relishing all the moments of connection, inspiration, and problem solving. Here are three key takeaways from our time together: #FoodWasteSummit25

At #FoodWasteSummit25, The Spoon recorded special episodes of its "The Spoon Podcast" and "Everything But the Carbon Sink" podcast. You can check out the episodes:. #FoodWaste.

Last week, @amazon announced it diverted 85% of the waste generated in internal operations from landfill in 2024, with 83% going to #Recycling or #Composting. Through a partnership with @TooGoodToGo, they diverted the equivalent of 636K meals in the U.S.

ReFED's @dgunders joined the @JohnsHopkinsSPH "Public Health on Call" #Podcast to talk about #FoodWaste and solutions to address it. Listen here ➡️

From 7/21-31, The Spoon is hosting its 2025 Smart Kitchen Summit—the leading online-only event exploring the future of food, cooking, and kitchen technology across the global food innovation ecosystem. Use the code "ReFED" to receive 15% off. #SKS2025

Today, we announced the next cohort of grantees for our Catalytic Grant Fund. The latest open call focused on supporting organizations addressing the 17 million tons of fresh produce that goes unharvested or unsold on America’s farms every year. #FoodWaste

Grateful to the Betsy and Jesse Fink Family Foundation for sponsoring #FoodWasteSummit25! 🤝 They’re amazing champions of the big-tent collaboration Summit is all about—bringing diverse voices together to tackle food waste and build sustainable solutions.

👏Thank you to #FoodWasteSummit25 Silver sponsor @amazon! From donating millions of meals to innovating waste reduction in its Amazon Fresh and Whole Foods Market stores, they're making big moves to keep food out of landfills.

We’re grateful to The Tepper Foundation for sponsoring the 2025 ReFED Food Waste Solutions Summit! Their commitment to #FoodSecurity and work to reduce #FoodWaste helps communities access the #Nutrition they need while minimizing environmental impact.

Big thanks to @Starbucks, Gold sponsor of #FoodWasteSummit25! From rescuing 81M+ pounds of food through FoodShare to designing stores to be ‘Greener’, they’re taking big steps toward a more sustainable future.

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A kitchen tool that’s good for the planet ♻️ @mill makes it easier to manage food waste at home with tech that transforms scraps into clean, dry grounds. Proud to have them at the ReFED Summit! Learn more: #FoodWasteInnovation #FoodWasteSummit25

Thrilled to welcome @Flashfoodinc to the 2025 ReFED Summit! Their app connects shoppers with affordable food that would otherwise go to waste 📱.#FoodRecovery #FoodWasteSolutions #FoodWasteSummit25 Learn more:

UPDATE! The 2025 ReFED Food Waste Solutions Summit is SOLD OUT! But you can still follow along with updates on our social channels and blog. And stay tuned for an announcement about our 2026 Summit venue and dates so you can be among the first to register! #FoodWasteSummit25

.@Starbucks, a Gold sponsor of #FoodWasteSummit25, is reimagining its stores for a lower-waste future—cutting landfill waste and boosting composting, donation, and recycling. ♻️

Welcome Silver sponsor @Amazon to #FoodWasteSummit25! As a signatory of the U.S. Food Waste Pact, Amazon is joining industry leaders in tackling food waste through measurement, prevention, and redistribution.

Northstar Recycling (@NSRecycle) helped a major food manufacturer achieve Zero Waste to Landfill across 17 sites—saving $1.1M in the process! That’s how you turn #WasteIntoValue 💰♻️ #FoodWasteSolutions Learn more about them: #FoodWasteSummit25

This Fourth of July, nearly 68% of Americans are expected to gather around backyard barbecues—but by the time the fireworks fade, an estimated 126 MILLION POUNDS of food will go uneaten. See our latest article for more: #FoodWaste.

.@ChickfilA reduces food waste daily—from composting to donating surplus meals🥗. We’re grateful for their leadership at the 2025 Summit! … #FoodWasteSummit25 #FoodWaste

We’re heading to Seattle—home to our Gold Sponsor @Starbucks, an innovator in food waste diversion. See you at #FoodWasteSummit25! 🌲☕️