ZeroWaste

A Food Waste Reduction Initiative

Project Description

This Project was created during HackToFuture, 24 hour Hackathon organised by EG India held at SJEC, Mangalore

Team: RUNTIME TERRORS ; Team Members: Aaron, Arathi, Prathvi

Problem Statement:

Food waste and hunger are significant issues affecting many communities worldwide. A substantial amount of food is wasted by individuals, restaurants, supermarkets, and other organizations, while many people struggle to access healthy and nutritious food.

Solution:

A food redistribution network can be established to connect food donors with food recipients. This network can be operated by a team of volunteers who will:

• Pick up surplus food from donors.
• Distribute the collected food to food banks, shelters, community kitchens, and other organizations serving people in need.
• Collaborate with local farmers and growers to collect unsold produce and distribute it to food banks and community organizations.

Impact:

The food redistribution network aims to:

• Reduce food waste.
• Increase access to healthy and nutritious food.
• Create a more sustainable food system.

By redirecting surplus food to those in need, the network addresses food insecurity and poverty in local communities. Additionally, it raises awareness about food waste, encouraging individuals and organizations to take action to reduce their waste.

Implementation:

The food redistribution network can be implemented in collaboration with:

• Local governments
• Food banks
• Community organizations
• Businesses

Promotion strategies include:

• Social media campaigns
• Community events
• Outreach efforts

The network can also partner with local schools and universities to educate students about food waste and encourage them to volunteer. Sustainability can be achieved through:

• Donations from individuals and businesses
• Grants from foundations

Tech Stack Used:

• Front-end: HTML, CSS, JavaScript
• Back-end: Firebase Database

Installation Steps:

1. Clone the project repository.
2. Run the project in a Live Server: http://localhost/foodwaste_reduction/
3. Ensure that you install the necessary node packages and dependencies required for Firebase Database by running the following command in the terminal:

   npm install