Reducing Hunger, Building Climate Leadership: The Future of Food Rescue in Michigan
Michigan Sustainable Business Forum (MiSBF), in partnership with Forgotten Harvest, invites you to an afternoon luncheon to explore food security, food waste reduction, and climate action. This event will include a panel discussion featuring speakers from Forgotten Harvest, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), and industry representatives committed to tackling food insecurity.
The conversation will highlight MiSBF’s Food Waste Roadmap report, which aligns with Michigan’s initiative to double food rescue efforts over the next decade. Our speakers will discuss how reducing food scraps and rescuing edible food can address hunger and build environmental sustainability by lowering methane emissions from landfills. Discover the collaborative efforts across sectors that are elevating food recovery practices and strengthening communities across Michigan.
Why You Should Attend:
- Explore Michigan’s Food Scraps Program and Rescue Goals: Discover Michigan’s initiative to double food rescue, reduce food scraps, and its potential impact on hunger relief and sustainability over the next decade.
- Hear from Experts in Food Rescue and Public Health: Engage with leaders from Forgotten Harvest, MDHHS, and business representatives making strides in food waste management and community health.
- Network and Connect: Meet other business and community leaders dedicated to sustainable practices and positive change.
Featured Speakers:
- Daniel Schoonmaker, Executive Director, Michigan Sustainable Business Forum
- Adrian Lewis, CEO, Forgotten Harvest
- Janee Moore, MPH Food Access Public Health Consultant, Michigan Dept. of Health & Human Services (MDHHS)
- Hannah Hoskins, Executive Director of Lineage Foundation