Manna of Conejo Valley not only helps feed the hungry in our area – now it’s also helping address our climate crisis.
On Earth Day, I joined local leaders in saluting Manna’s participation in a pilot project to collect prepared food from restaurants and caterers and divert it to those in need.
This is significant because food rescued by food banks is typically shelf-stable (eg, canned goods, pasta, cereal), while prepared food more often goes to landfills. Food in landfills is a significant source of methane, a far more potent greenhouse gas than carbon dioxide.
Thanks to the Manna team, county government, and supporters who make this program possible.
