Join us as we dive into the innovative world of food waste reduction with Mette Lykke, CEO of Too Good To Go. This B Corp certified company connects consumers with food businesses to save surplus food from going to waste, offering a win-win solution for businesses, consumers, and the planet. During the discussion, Mette highlights the environmental impact of food waste—accounting for 10% of greenhouse gas emissions—while emphasizing the importance of awareness and solutions in tackling this pressing issue.

The episode takes you through the workings of their platform, including the popular "surprise bag" concept that provides consumers with discounted food items. As Too Good To Go expands into new markets and partners with retailers like Whole Foods, learn how their approach is reshaping the food industry and creating new opportunities for sustainability.

Takeaways:

• Too Good To Go connects consumers with food businesses to reduce food waste effectively.
• The platform allows users to buy surprise bags of surplus food at significant discounts.
• Food waste contributes to 10% of greenhouse gas emissions while millions go hungry daily.
• Retailers benefit from partnering with Too Good To Go through cost savings and customer acquisition.
• The surprise bag concept offers flexibility for stores while providing consumers with a fun experience.
• Too Good To Go plans to expand geographically and introduce new solutions in its value chain.

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