Policy Analysis of Regulation Impacting Food Loss in the EU (D7.1)

Deliverable 7.1 examines the policy environment shaping food loss regulation across the European Union and selected regions. It presents Catalonia as a frontrunner, detailing its legislative approach under Law 3/2020, governance bodies, measurement and reporting systems, and funding instruments. The report then compares EU-level frameworks and country-specific measures on food loss definitions, prevention targets, reporting methodologies, and financial instruments. Finally, it highlights sector-driven and non-governmental initiatives, offering insights into best practices and policy gaps for reducing food loss.