As a part of DEQ’s ongoing effort to reduce food waste across the Commonwealth, the Agency is interested in learning more about household food waste in Virginia. In partnership with researchers at Ohio State University, DEQ is distributing a survey that asks participants about their food habits. In order to reduce household food waste, we need more knowledge about the amount and types of food that are being wasted.

Would you help by completing a short survey about food in your home?

If you agree, click the link below to begin participating in this research study. The study involves a survey. You can stop participating at any point you like.

Eligibility criteria include:

• Age 18 years or older
• Responsibility for at least half the food preparation duties in your home

Participate in the food waste measurement survey.