Podcast: Greening My… Meal Kit Subscription

What if dinner could be easier… and greener too?

Meal kits have become a regular part of how many households plan dinner — offering convenience, variety, and a little less stress at the end of a long day. But what about the environmental footprint behind those weekly boxes?

In the latest episode of the Seeing Green Podcast’s Greening My… series — where we look at everyday routines through a lighter lens — we dig into the meal kit craze.

We explore three big dimensions:

🥗 The Wins — less household food waste thanks to pre-portioned ingredients, more plant-forward choices made simple, and better sourcing from some providers.

📦 The Hurdles — packaging waste from plastic films, insulation and ice packs, plus the energy required to keep food cold during shipping.

🌱 The Innovators — a closer look at steps brands like HelloFresh, Blue Apron, Home Chef, Purple Carrot, Thistle and Mosaic Foods are taking to shrink their impact, from sourcing regenerative ingredients to rethinking packaging.

Along the way, we share practical takeaways for greener eating: try the vegetarian options, recycle packaging where possible, or even send feedback to your provider to ask how they’re improving.