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This panel discussion was held at Duke University on Friday, January 23, 2026 as part of the Rethinking Food Waste - Duke Climate Collaboration Symposium event, organized by the Duke World Food Policy Center. The moderator is Norman Wirzba from the Duke Divinity School.

This panel discussion explores the complex, multifaceted nature of food waste and its broader implications. What does food waste really mean for our society, our climate, and our values? This session delves into the philosophical dimensions of food waste, examining its climate implications and considering the narratives that remain unaddressed. How can we leverage insights from the humanities to reshape our approach to climate change? This panel challenges us to rethink our values, behaviors, and the societal structures that shape our food systems, offering a fresh perspective on how to craft policies for sustainable change. What kinds of research products would make a difference in this space?  Panelists:

Saskia Cornes, Duke Campus Farms
Matthew Whelan, Duke Divinity School
Michael Binger, Society of St. Andrew, a non-profit gleaning
Jarvis McInnis, Duke Department of English

This symposium is the sixth of the Duke Climate Collaboration Symposia, a series of convenings designed to accelerate climate solutions by developing new collaborations among Duke scholars and external partners. The series is funded by a gift from The Duke Endowment in support of the Duke Climate Commitment, which unites the university’s education, research, operations, and public service missions to address climate challenges. The Nicholas Institute for Energy, Environment & Sustainability manages the symposia series.