Businesses and institutions in just 6% of Montreal's mapped area account for about 100,000 metric tons (110,000 tons) of food waste sent to landfill each year—half of the total amount from nonhousehold sources in the city as a whole, McGill University researchers found. Food service and retail businesses were found to be the biggest contributors.
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Montreal's Food Waste Challenge: A Study on Institutional and Commercial Contributions
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November 13, 2026
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Researchers from McGill University found that businesses and institutions in 6% of Montreal's area contribute to 100,000 metric tons of food waste sent to landfills annually, highlighting the significant role of food service and retail sectors. This issue of food waste management is relevant to urban planning and sustainability efforts, which can inform similar challenges in Iran.
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