Food waste is so prolific in the U.S. that roughly one-third of the amount produced ends up in landfills rather than stomachs.
A recent study published in the journal Science found food production accounts for 26% of global greenhouse gas emissions.
Food delivery services like HelloFresh, Blue Apron and EveryPlate reduce that somewhat by sending consumers what they need for specific recipes.
The company says its processes help lead to 80% less food waste at its facilities compared with a traditional supermarket.
In addition to Lightspeed, Hungryroot is backed by L Catterton, Crosslink Capital, Karp Reilly and Lerer Hippeau.
Persons:
Ben McKean, Hungryroot, Jeremy Liew, They've, L, Karp Reilly, Lerer, Lisa Rizzolo
Organizations:
CNBC, Investors, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Crosslink
Locations:
U.S, York, Brussels