Food wastage and it's solution
By Asmit Samrat
This will give you a brief Description about:
• Problem
• Scale of Problem
• Solution
• How It works
• Competitive Language
• Business Model
• Traction So Far
• Go-to-Market Plan
• Fundraising Ask
• Closing/Call to action
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Slide 2: Problem
• Global Food Waste Stats: 1/3 of food produced globally is wasted.
• Impact: Environmental (greenhouse gas emissions), economic (lost value), and social (hunger and
food insecurity).
• Pain Point: Consumers, businesses, and supply chains all contribute to food waste with few
sustainable solutions in place.
Slide 3: The Scale of the Problem
• Infographic showing food waste in different sectors (households, restaurants, supermarkets,
supply chains).
• Key facts:
• $1 trillion worth of food is wasted every year.
• 8% of global emissions are linked to food waste.
• A compelling visual of food waste going to landfills vs. potential for reuse or repurposing.
Slide 4: Solution
Our Approach: A platform (or service) that reduces food waste
by optimizing supply chain, redistributing surplus, or helping
consumers track and reduce food waste at home.
Key Features:
Surplus food redistribution (connecting businesses with food
banks or other charities).
Consumer app for tracking food waste and offering tips.
Food repurposing services for restaurants and manufacturers.
Mission: Help businesses and consumers cut down on food
waste while saving money and benefiting the environment.
Slide 5: How It Works
For Consumers: App that
For Businesses: AI-driven For Partners (e.g.,
tracks expiration dates,
tools for inventory charities): Easy access to Slide 6: Market
provides meal suggestions,
management, surplus food surplus food donations Opportunity
and educates on food
alerts, and waste reporting. from businesses.
preservation.
TAM (Total Addressable SAM (Serviceable Available SOM (Serviceable Growth Trend: Increasing
Market): Global food waste Market): Focus on the food Obtainable Market): Early consumer awareness,
market, currently valued at service, grocery, and target areas (cities, specific government policies, and a
$x billion. consumer markets. industries, etc.). shift toward sustainability.
Slide 6: Competitive Landscape
Direct Competitors: List a few key players in the food waste tech or sustainability space.
Our Advantage:
Unique technology or approach (e.g., AI-driven food tracking, strong partnerships with nonprofits).
Ability to scale quickly across multiple industries.
Proven early traction (e.g., pilot results, partnerships).
Slide 7: Business Model
• Revenue Streams:
• Subscription Model: Monthly/annual subscription for businesses to access the platform.
• Freemium Model for Consumers: Free app with in-app purchases or premium features.
• Partnerships & Donations: Facilitate donations and redistribute food (charging a small fee for logistics).
• Data & Insights: Offer valuable analytics to businesses about food waste trends.
• Pricing Strategy: Competitive pricing tier based on business size, location, and type of service required.
Slide 8: Traction So Far
Key Metrics: Number of businesses onboarded, users, meals saved, food diverted from landfills, etc.
Partnerships: Established partnerships with local NGOs, grocery stores, restaurants, etc.
User Testimonials: Short quotes or case studies highlighting customer satisfaction and impact.
Growth: Metrics showing month-over-month growth, user acquisition rate, or geographic expansion.
Slide 10: Marketing Strategy
Brand Awareness: Social media, influencer partnerships, content marketing on sustainability.
Target Market: Focused digital campaigns for businesses in food service and retail.
B2B Outreach: Direct sales team targeting key food industry players, including food banks and logistics companies.
Community Engagement: Hosting events, challenges, or collaborating with local governments to promote food waste reduction.
Referral Program: Incentives for users to invite others to join the platform.
Slide 9: Go-to-Market Plan
• Launch Plan:
• Focus on 2-3 major cities (or regions) initially.
• Partner with key restaurants and food retailers to pilot and build brand awareness.
• Milestones:
• Month 1-6: Onboard early adopters, finalize platform development.
• Month 6-12: Expand to additional cities, ramp up marketing.
• Year 1+: Scale nationally and begin expanding globally.
Slide 10: Fundraising Ask
• Amount: How much capital you’re seeking to raise.
• Use of Funds:
• Product development (X%).
• Marketing and customer acquisition (Y%).
• Team expansion (Z%).
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• Ownership Offered: Equity offered in exchange for investment.
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• Exit Strategy: Potential exit options (acquisition, IPO, etc.) and estimated timeline.
Slide 11: Closing / Call to Action
• Recap: Reinforce the problem and your innovative solution.
• Thank You: Contact information and next steps for investors (e.g., schedule a follow-up meeting,
access to detailed financials, etc.).
• Quote or Vision Statement: A compelling statement to end on a high note, emphasizing the
mission (e.g., “Together, we can eliminate food waste and create a more sustainable future”).
