Sustainable Purchasing Attitudes & Eating Patterns
Evidence suggests that the pandemic ignited consumer conviction toward environmental protection and sustainable behaviors. Markets recognize that the time has come to take a direct role in addressing planetary health. Consumer conception of sustainability is about to solidify.
Food and packaging/containers account for almost 45% of the materials landfilled in the US
Food waste is estimated to represent 30-40% of the food supply each year
45%
30-40%
The Truth
42% of consumers believe their food choices have a moderate or significant impact on the environment
7 in 10 consumers say climate change sometimes influences their purchase decisions
42%
7 in 10
The Belief
75% of Gen Z consumers say sustainability is more important than brand names
90% of Gen X consumers say they are willing to spend 10% more for sustainable products
75%
90%
The Action
* USDA
* Agilyx
* 2021 Food and Health Survey
* First Insight Consumer Research