As the global population increases, so does the pressing concern of food waste, with a third of globally produced food lost or wasted annually. France has emerged as a forerunner in battling food waste by banning supermarkets from disposing of unsold food and compelling restaurants to offer takeaway containers. Worldwide, food waste costs the economy $750 billion and is especially rampant in Asian countries. Solutions for food waste reduction can be found on individual, business, and governmental levels, and involve initiatives like efficient supply chains, waste reduction at the source, and donations to those in need.