Hotel Food Waste Report T he Food Waste Benchmarking Study builds on existing food waste initiatives by the Cornell Hotel Sustainability Benchmarking Index (CHSB), the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), and the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). It aims to provide a comprehensive overview of current food waste management practices, the state of data disclosure on food waste performance, and the wide-ranging impacts food waste has within the U.S. hospitality industry. By highlighting key trends, proven strategies, and compelling business cases, the study illustrates how effective food waste reduction not only supports hotels' sustainability goals but also enhances financial performance, paving the way for meaningful industry-wide progress.