An Evaluation of the Alignment of Surplus Food Recovery and Redistribution Technologies with the Circular Economy

Sana Abusin (), Noor Al-Emadi and Brian Mandikiana
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Sana Abusin: Policy Department, Social and Economic Survey Research Institute (SESRI), Qatar University, Doha P.O. Box 2713, Qatar
Noor Al-Emadi: Policy Department, Social and Economic Survey Research Institute (SESRI), Qatar University, Doha P.O. Box 2713, Qatar
Brian Mandikiana: Policy Department, Social and Economic Survey Research Institute (SESRI), Qatar University, Doha P.O. Box 2713, Qatar

Sustainability, 2023, vol. 15, issue 16, 1-14

Abstract: In Qatar, food security is a top research priority. The National Food Security Strategy (2018–2023) and the Qatar National Vision 2030 show evidence of policy support regarding food security. The United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (S.D.G.) 12.3 frames the basis of food waste reduction efforts. Our study aims to provide basic information for innovative mobile application development that addressed food insecurity and waste in Qatar. Furthermore, we discuss how such a technology and the proposed features align with the circular economy concept. The circular economy aims to prolong the useful life of materials and products to maximize resource value and reduce waste. In addition, we highlight the main potential benefits that various stakeholders in the Qatar economy could derive from the innovative surplus food recovery mobile application. The scope of this work is necessary given the diverse nature of the stakeholders involved in the surplus food recovery and redistribution industry. The innovation demonstrated significant solutions to many problems, and using them in the food sector could provide optimal solutions to manage/reduce food surplus waste and loss. The suggested platform differs from the existing food services application, as it closes the food circle and achieves the sustainable goals for a better environment and society for future generations. We conclude with suggestions concerning how public–private collaboration could help recover surplus food and reduce food loss.

Keywords: circular economy; food/loss/waste; innovative technology; food security; Qatar (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O13 Q Q0 Q2 Q3 Q5 Q56 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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