These resources on the Food Energy Water (FEW) Nexus are compiled from publicly available sources.

Converting Food Waste to Energy

Every year the average person in North America may waste around 231 pounds of food, which if converted to energy, could power a 100 watt light bulb for two weeks. By substantially cutting back on the food waste we generate, we could not only reduce world hunger but also reduce demands on resources such as energy and water.

The Water-Energy-Food Nexus – A New Approach in Support of Food Security and Sustainable Agriculture.

A publication of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)

Food Waste – The National Resources Defense Council

Up to 40 percent of the food in the United States is never eaten. But at the same time, one in eight Americans struggles to put enough food on the table.

“Energy-Smart” Food For People and Climate

A publication of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)

Water Footprint Calculator

What’s your water footprint?
This calculator helps you estimate your total water use. You know water comes from the tap, but do you know how much water goes into your sandwich? Your gadgets? The electricity that powers them? Soon you will!