In recognition of Stop Food Waste Day on 22 April 2026, the Department of Operational Support in collaboration with its catering Contractor CulinArt Group, will host the Stop Food Waste Day Fair at the West Terrace, Conference Building (4th floor) on Wednesday, 22 April 2026 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
The event will feature tables with different vendors to showcase some samples and relevant information as well as a panel discussion. The panel will explore key opportunities to reduce food waste across the food system, from farm production to kitchen practices, plate waste, and disposal. The Panellists will include:
- Chef Michael Panfil
- Chef Stephanie Dorfman
- Representative, NY Common Pantry
- Representative, Grow NYC
- Representative, United Nations
- Representative, United Nations
The Stop Food Waste Day is a global initiative aimed at raising awareness and inspiring action to reduce food waste.
Food waste has been identified as a significant driver of climate change. Wasting food is a waste of the energy to grow, harvest, process, and prepare it. Moreover, food waste in landfills can cause methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas. Therefore, we encourage participation on how to prevent it as much as possible.
Please come out to support this important event in recognition of Stop Food Waste Day.
Please contact catering-services@un.org with any questions or suggestions.
