Market in Thailand with fresh and packaged foods – an important part of the work against food waste and sustainable resource use.

Thailand launches FoodWasteHub.com – New national initiative on food waste management

2025-04-27

Thailand takes a big step towards increased sustainability with the launch of FoodWasteHub.com – a new national platform to reduce food waste and develop new business opportunities. The project brings together 29 authorities, companies and universities in a joint initiative that combines research, innovation and practical guidance for the future of food waste management.

Thailand takes action against food waste with new digital platform

Thailand has launched the FoodWasteHub.com initiative, a new collaborative platform that brings together 29 government agencies, businesses and educational institutions to combat food waste and develop new business opportunities in sustainable food waste management. The project is led by National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT) and Department of Pollution Control, with support from several actors in both the public and private sectors.

What is FoodWasteHub.com?

FoodWasteHub.com is a central digital platform that brings together research, guidelines and successful case studies in food waste management. The platform is aimed at businesses, authorities and the general public and aims to:

Spread knowledge about how food waste can be transformed into resources
Promoting new business models in the circular economy
Provide guidance on current regulations and sustainability standards

The content is available on both thai and English, making it a powerful resource even for international stakeholders.

Fresh vegetables and fruits at a Thai market, an important focal point in the fight against food waste. — Fresh vegetables and fruits at a market in Thailand – food waste is an important issue that FoodWasteHub.com wants to solve.

29 actors collaborate for a sustainable future

The project is supported by 29 partner organizations including:

Government agencies
Universities and research institutions
Companies in environmental technology and the food industry

Together they work to disseminate information, promote innovation and create incentives to reduce food waste at a national level.

Great interest right from the start

Since its launch, FoodWasteHub.com has already attracted over 24000 visitors from 10 countries, indicating strong interest both in Thailand and internationally. A range of new features and tools are planned to be added throughout the year, including guidelines for local authorities and more interactive educational materials.

Why is the investment important for Thailand?

Food waste is a growing problem globally, and Thailand has taken a clear step towards becoming a leader in sustainability issues in Asia. By focusing on reuse and smart resource use, the country can reduce environmental impact, stimulate new green business models and contribute to a stronger economy.