Using Artificial Intelligence to Tackle Food Waste and Enhance the Circular Economy: Maximising Resource Efficiency and Minimising Environmental Impact: A Review

Helen Onyeaka; Phemelo Tamasiga; Uju Mary Nwauzoma; Taghi Miri; Uche Chioma Juliet; Ogueri Nwaiwu; Adenike A. Akinsemolu

doi:10.3390/su151310482

Using Artificial Intelligence to Tackle Food Waste and Enhance the Circular Economy: Maximising Resource Efficiency and Minimising Environmental Impact: A Review

Helen Onyeaka^*
, Phemelo Tamasiga
, Uju Mary Nwauzoma
, Taghi Miri
, Uche Chioma Juliet
, Ogueri Nwaiwu
, Adenike A. Akinsemolu

^*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

Food waste is a global issue with significant economic, social, and environmental impacts. Addressing this problem requires a multifaceted approach; one promising avenue is using artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. This article explores the potential for AI to tackle food waste and enhance the circular economy and discusses the current state of food waste and the circular economy, highlighting specific ways that AI can be used to monitor and optimise food production and supply chains, redistribute excess food to those in need, and support circular economy initiatives. As a result, we can maximise resource efficiency and minimise environmental impact with these applications, ultimately creating a more sustainable and equitable food system.

Original language	English
Article number	10482
Number of pages	20
Journal	Sustainability
Volume	15
Issue number	13
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.3390/su151310482
Publication status	Published - 3 Jul 2023

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SDG 2 Zero Hunger
SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production

Keywords

circular economy
resource efficiency
supply chain optimisation
sustainability
artificial intelligence
food waste

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