3.6.1.2 Food and the Environment — AQA Food Preparation and Nutrition 8585

Analyze the environmental issues associated with modern food production and long-distance transportation.
Explain the concept of a carbon footprint in relation to food miles and global distribution.
Evaluate the environmental impacts of packaging materials and the importance of reducing packaging waste.
Describe the causes and consequences of food waste occurring in the home, during production, and at the retail level.
Assess the environmental benefits of buying seasonal, locally produced, and organic foods.
Apply knowledge of sustainability to practical cooking by effectively utilizing leftover foods to minimize household waste.

Food and the Environment