Food Security through Waste Management Framework in Social Business Model to achieve Sustainable Development Goals

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@article{1702310,
      author = {Md Abul Mansur},
      title = {Food Security through Waste Management Framework in Social Business Model to achieve Sustainable Development Goals},
      journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
      year = {2024},
      volume = {7},
      number = {11},
      pages = {761-771},
      issn = {2456-8880},
      url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1702310.pdf},
      abstract = {Food security and waste reduction are critical challenges facing the modern world, with significant economic, environmental, and social implications. The Integrated Food Safety and Waste Reduction Framework (IFSWRE) is a holistic and innovative approach designed to address two of the most pressing global challenges: ensuring food safety and minimizing food waste. This framework integrates advanced technological solutions, community-driven initiatives, and sustainable practices to create a resilient food ecosystem that benefits all stakeholders, including consumers, businesses, and governments. It emerges as a transformative solution to these interconnected issues, offering an innovative zero-inventory model that bridges the gap between surplus food and underserved populations. By integrating technology, community engagement, and sustainable practices, This Framework redefines how food is sourced, distributed, and consumed.
The platform addresses food security through community order aggregation, ensuring access to fresh and affordable groceries while reducing the environmental and financial costs of waste. It incorporates advanced technological tools, such as AI-driven demand forecasting and blockchain-based traceability, to optimize supply chains and enhance transparency. Integrated Food Safety and Waste Reduction Framework (IFSWRE) further strengthens its impact by fostering partnerships with local MSMEs, empowering youth through employment opportunities, and collaborating with religious organizations to redistribute near-expiry food to those in need.
Aligned with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) such as Zero Hunger (SDG 2) and Responsible Consumption and Production (SDG 12), it demonstrates a scalable, socially inclusive business model. Its contributions to reducing food waste, promoting food safety, and bolstering economic resilience underscore its potential as a global blueprint for sustainable food systems. This paper explores IFSWRE?s holistic approach and evaluates its broader implications for achieving food security and sustainability at scale.},
      keywords = {Sustainable Food Systems, Food Security, Waste Reduction, AI-Driven Demand Forecasting, Blockchain Traceability, Zero-Inventory Model Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)},
      month = {May},
  }