Target: Setting Actionable Goals

The first pillar of the framework emphasizes the importance of establishing clear, measurable, and ambitious targets. Setting specific goals not only drives action but also cultivates accountability and focus. 

The framework encourage business to adopt targets that align with or exceed the SDG 12.3 objective of cutting food waste by 50% by 2030 across business operations. These targets should follow the SMART criteria – Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound – ensuring they are both practical and impactful.

Measure: Data-Driven Insights and Analysis

Measurement is a necessary cornerstone of effective waste reduction strategies. Accurate and consistent data collection always enables business to understand the scale of their food loss and waste and identify key areas for intervention. Businesses are encouraged to conduct comprehensive assessments using standardized methodologies. 

By tracking progress over time, business can uncover patterns, address inefficiencies, and refine their strategies. Transparent reporting of food loss and waste data is also vital, fostering collective progress and accountability across the industry.

Act: Implementing Targeted Strategies for Positive Change

With targets set and insights gained, the next step is to act decisively. There are 3 action focuses recommended for GRASP 2030 signatories:

  • Reducing food loss and waste in operations in Indonesia.
  • Collaborate with supply chain partners to reduce food loss and waste.
  • Supporting communities to reduce food loss and waste.

To help business taking actions, GRASP 2030 provide practical toolkits and guidance, empowering businesses to take effective and sustainable actions.

Demonstrating Progress: Real-World Impact of the Framework

The Target-Measure-Act framework proves that a structured, goal-oriented approach can drive real industry progress. It fosters collaboration, sets measurable targets, and leverages data for impactful action. By implementing this method, businesses can tackle food loss waste, support SDG 12.3, and build a culture of accountability. Scaling this approach is key to a more sustainable food system.

How GRASP 2030 can help?
GRASP 2030 (Gotong Royong Atasi Susut & Sisa Pangan di Tahun 2030) is a voluntary agreement, initiated by the Indonesia Business Council for Sustainable Development (IBCSD), to unite businesses and key stakeholders across Indonesia’s food system. Its primary mission is to cut food loss and waste (FLW) in half by 2030, aligning with SDG 12.3.

Since its launch in September 2021, GRASP 2030 has gathered over 20 members from diverse sectors—food and beverage, hospitality, startups, think tanks, food donation organizations, and retail—fostering collaboration across the food system.

GRASP 2030 encourage businesses to use the Target-Measure-Act framework, enabling businesses to take strategic and measurable actions. By providing practical toolkits, data-driven insights, and a collaborative platform, GRASP 2030 empowers businesses to identify inefficiencies, implement solutions, and track progress. Through collective action, it not only reduces FLW but also enhances environmental sustainability, social well-being, and economic resilience across Indonesia.

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