What Is the Circular Economy of Food — and Why Does It Matter for Hong Kong?

You've probably heard the phrase "circular economy" tossed into sustainability conversations. It sounds like jargon. It often is. But the underlying idea is simple, important, and increasingly relevant to the way Hong Kong feeds itself.

This post unpacks what a circular economy of food actually means, why the linear system we currently run is so costly, and what a more circular alternative looks like in practice — including the small but meaningful role that food rescue apps, upcycled products, and events like Rescued Feast play in closing the loop.