Xipe has joined Taco Share, a community dedicated to reducing food waste to address hunger and raise awareness about this global issue.
As part of this initiative, Xipe is collaborating with a group of Mexican entrepreneurs to encourage individuals to share and repurpose food that may benefit others. By promoting the redistribution of food resources, Taco Share aims to alleviate food insecurity in the country while raising public consciousness about reducing food waste.
"Spreading Empathy Through Food Sharing"
With this purpose in mind, the Taco Share startup was born. They approached us seeking assistance in creating the technology, user experience, design, and business model consultancy.
After months of wanting to enter the market and feeling lost, they reached out to us. In the six months that we have been working together, we are on the verge of launching the app with a more solid business model. We have transferred our culture of self-directed teams and provided a robust architecture and technology to continue validating in the market.
We collaborated closely with them to validate ideas and designs, co-creating a technological solution that aligns with their purpose.
Now, users will be able to share their food with others and support small businesses selling food by sharing their meals with others. This flips the script on aggressive business models like Uber that take excessive amounts of money from these business owners.
"Addressing food loss and waste is a global problem with local solutions."
The Taco Share community and xipe are determined to solve hunger problems by creating a platform that encourages waste reduction and food donations.
people in the city live in food insecurity, meaning they don't know if they will eat today or tomorrow.
tons of food in the country are wasted PER MINUTE, of which consumers consume 28%.
of the food produced annually is wasted.
people in the world suffers from hunger worldwide.
To achieve a sustainable future for all, finding solutions to reduce food waste is essential. However, several factors hinder this objective.
One of the primary issues is disinformation and the need for more awareness among the general population. Many people do not understand the significant consequences of food waste, so they continue to throw away large amounts of edible food. In many cases, excess food is prepared, and when it is not consumed, it is discarded. This results in not only economic losses but also a waste of valuable resources that are used to produce food.
Another challenge is the need for more political will and interest by public, judicial, and political administrations to promote good food consumption and waste reduction practices. Many governments and institutions need to take more responsibility for ensuring that the public understands the importance of minimizing food waste and adopting sustainable food practices.
However, reducing food loss and waste is crucial for increasing food availability and making it more affordable for consumers. By reducing waste, we can maximize the use of existing food resources without putting additional pressure on natural resources or increasing production. This will help address hunger and food insecurity and contribute to achieving a sustainable future for all.
At Taco Share (TS), our mission is to reduce food waste and alleviate hunger through a collaborative platform that promotes food sharing and repurposing. We achieve this by conducting awareness campaigns and building a culture of food sharing in the community.
One of our key initiatives is the "Sharing Food Hermosillo" group, which allows people to offer food they may not be able to consume, and anyone in need can request food, regardless of their background or situation. Since the group's launch, we have seen tremendous participation from the community, with more than 300 people joining in less than a month. This shows the potential of our platform in reducing food waste and addressing food insecurity in the community.
In addition, we collaborate with local entrepreneurs, businesses, and other partners to reduce food waste in the supply chain and redirect surplus food to those in need. Our platform provides a convenient way for companies to donate surplus food and for individuals to find and use food resources that would otherwise go to waste.
Our efforts aim to build a more sustainable and equitable food system where everyone can access safe, healthy, and affordable food. By creating a culture of food sharing and waste reduction, we can significantly reduce hunger and create a more sustainable future for all.
Through Taco Share (TS), we aim to create a more sustainable and equitable food system by reducing food waste and addressing food insecurity in the community. By donating surplus food through our platform, we can achieve several benefits:
Through these efforts, we can significantly reduce hunger and build a more sustainable and equitable food system.
"When food is wasted, we waste much more. We waste water, land, gasoline, electricity, plastic, work, time, and love." -TS.
Food waste has been a significant problem for far too long. At Taco Share (TS) and XIPE, food waste is an opportunity rather than a problem. By repurposing surplus food and reducing waste, we can address food insecurity, create job opportunities, and contribute to building a more sustainable and equitable food system.
We recognize that reducing food waste requires strong leadership and a high level of understanding and interest from the community. Therefore, through our platform and collaborative efforts, we strive to create a culture of food sharing and waste reduction that inspires and empowers individuals to act towards a more sustainable future.
We are grateful for the opportunity to support TS and XIPE's efforts to impact the community positively. Working together can amplify our impact and reach more people, ultimately creating a better future for all.
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