RT null T1 Resource-Efficient Food Systems T2 Systèmes alimentaires économes en ressources A1 United Nations Environment Programme, K1 natural resource K1 energy efficiency K1 sustainable consumption K1 food system K1 food production YR 2017 FD 2017 LK https://wedocs.unep.org/handle/20.500.11822/31754 UL https://wedocs.unep.org/handle/20.500.11822/31754 NO This brief examines resource efficiency in food systems, highlighting challenges related to natural resource use, environmental impacts, food security and rising demand. It outlines measures to improve agricultural productivity, water and nutrient management, sustainable fisheries, waste reduction and dietary choices. Case studies from the United Kingdom and the Netherlands demonstrate practical approaches that reduced food waste, emissions and pressure on natural resources. DS UN Environment Document Repository RD Sep 19, 2026