Can we use fruit peels to stop food waste?
In short: To prevent food waste, we currently rely on refrigeration and plastic packaging. Engineer and chemist Jenny Du explores a plant-based alternative that uses elements from fruit and vegetable peels to extend shelf life.
In this TED talk from April 10, 2025, Jenny Du discusses how nature might provide the solution to the environmental costs of modern food preservation. By utilizing the same elements found in the peels of produce, this innovation aims to create a more sustainable food system while reducing our dependence on environmentally harmful plastics and cooling.
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- Summary by Intellect · source: The Science of Making Fruits and Veggies Last Longer | Jenny Du | TED
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