Circular A2Z: Fashion for Good, Food Hero
CIRCULAR ECONOMY
1/19/20251 min read
As we continue our journey through the circular economy alphabet, let's dive into two sectors addressing major global challenges—Fashion and Food—and the trailblazing innovators leading the charge!
Fashion for Good (Global)
Founded in 2017, Fashion for Good is a global initiative revolutionizing the fashion industry:
↳ Innovation Platform: Supports and scales technologies and business models that have the greatest potential to transform the industry
↳ Collaborative Approach: Brings together brands, producers, retailers, suppliers, non-profit organizations, innovators, and funders
↳ Circular Focus: Promotes the "Five Goods": Good Materials, Good Economy, Good Energy, Good Water, and Good Lives
💡 Recommend to explore these sections on their website:
1️⃣ "Our Focus Areas" : https://lnkd.in/gVdpd9dk
2️⃣ "Project" : https://lnkd.in/gePvRKwM
FoodHero (Canada)
Launched in 2019, FoodHero is addressing the global issue of food waste by leveraging technology and a consumer-centric approach. Starting as a pilot project in five Métro grocery stores in Montreal, FoodHero has grown into a market leader in Quebec and beyond.
📱 Smart Technology: Their mobile app connects consumers to nearby grocery stores offering surplus food at discounts ranging from 25% to 60%.
🌱 Waste Reduction: By enabling stores to sell unsold but still consumable products, they divert food from landfills and reduce waste.
💰 Affordable Choices: FoodHero empowers consumers to access discounted groceries while supporting sustainability.
🌟 Community Impact: The app encourages sustainable consumption habits and strengthens local businesses.
🚀 Expansion: After its initial success, FoodHero has expanded to banners like Sobeys, Safeway, Foodland/Coop , Thrifty Foods, and IGA West, proving its adaptability across markets. Now available at over 1000 locations coast-to-coast across Canada!
Both Fashion for Good and FoodHero demonstrate how technology and collaboration can drive circular solutions in different sectors. They're proving that sustainability and innovation go hand in hand, whether it's reimagining the fashion supply chain or finding new ways to reduce food waste.
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