Wastage

usgb/ˈweɪstɪdʒ/
noun

The act of wasting something, or the amount of something that is wasted.

The company is trying to reduce wastage of resources.
Visual representation of "wastage" - The act of wasting something, or the amount of something that is wasted

Often appears as...

  • reduce wastage
  • resource wastage
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Usage in Sustainability

Wastage often refers to resources like water, energy or materials being used inefficiently in environmental contexts.

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Environmental groups campaign against water wastage.
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Negative Connotation

Wastage usually implies unintentional or careless loss, often associated with neglect or a lack of awareness.

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Food wastage at school cafeterias is a growing concern.
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Avoidable Loss

'Wastage' suggests that the loss could be prevented with better management or planning.

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Companies are implementing strategies to minimize packaging wastage.
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