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Lidl is launching a massive food waste reduction drive in 196 UK stores, partnering with Olio to let customers grab free surplus food daily—saving an estimated 5,000 tonnes annually, or nearly 11.9 million meals. Volunteers, dubbed “Food Waste Heroes,” collect fresh produce, meat, and bakery goods before they spoil, redirecting them to local families and groups. Building on their existing Feed it Back program with Neighbourly—which has donated 50 million meals since 2016—this new initiative integrates Olio’s tech and volunteer network for a smarter, nationwide rollout by year-end. Volunteers can even keep a little for themselves while helping communities thrive. It’s proof that business, tech, and goodwill can turn waste into meals—and stronger neighborhoods.

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