Using Food Waste to Feed the Highest Urban Farm in Hong Kong
Globally, food waste accounts for 8% of all greenhouse gas emissions and in Hong Kong, about 3,300 tonnes of food waste goes to the landfill each day.
By Sally Ho
Green Queen
Nov 18, 2021
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Sitting at 300m above ground, the rooftop was originally for building maintenance only. Taikoo Place had gone through research and feasibility studies to review the site condition, sunlight consideration and operation model before turning it into an urban farm. In addition, Rooftop Republic was able to provide their professional knowledge and services throughout the process. Teamwork is key to the success of the farm creation.
The farm has 50 planters that grow more than 30 types of organic seasonal crops, such as sweet potato leaf, basil, corn, okra and mixed herbs. At the first harvest in September, 24 kilograms of fresh greens were donated to local food bank Feeding Hong Kong. Turning food waste into compost to grow fresh produce in an urban farm not only helps to close the loop on food waste, but also supports the underprivileged for the wider community.
