The handbook “Guide to Recycling Food Waste – Solutions towards a Green Future” was compiled by the Vietnam Food Bank Network in collaboration with the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration (DVFA) and the Embassy of Denmark in Vietnam, with valuable contributions from experts, partners and many stakeholders. The handbook visually presents the steps that partners, businesses, organizations, schools, centers, and shelters for vulnerable groups, and individuals and households can apply in the process of classifying and treating food waste.

The booklet “Food Waste Recycling – A Green Future Solution” aims to provide practical, clear, and adaptable guidance on how surplus food and food waste can be sorted, repurposed, and recycled in ways that are safe, effective, and sustainable.

Its purpose is to:

• Raise awareness about the value of surplus food and the importance of proper waste separation.
• Encourage action by offering simple, flexible methods that can be applied in various settings.
• Foster collaboration among households, schools, businesses, and organizations to reduce food loss and waste.

Target audience:

• Households and communities: Practical tips to reduce waste, save costs, and make better use of food at home.
• Schools and educational institutions: Activities and resources to integrate food waste management into learning and community projects.
• Businesses, canteens, and large kitchens: Guidance, documentation, and training to improve waste classification and recycling at scale.
• Some sections in this booklet are designed for specific groups. This flexible approach allows each reader to apply the practices most relevant to their own situation.