The Hidden Burden of Food Waste: The Double Energy Waste in Italy

The energy intensity of modern food systems represents a major issue in a scenario of decreasing oil resources and increasing population. Beside the use of renewable energy, an increased efficiency in food systems could contribute to reduce fossil fuels dependence. In this sense, food losses and was...

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Main Authors: Matteo Vittuari, Fabio De Menna, Marco Pagani
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2016-08-01
Series:Energies
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1996-1073/9/8/660