Brightly Information

Brightly is a climate technology company transforming food surplus into measurable climate impact and sustainable funding for food rescue organizations. In partnership with Feeding America and a growing network of food rescue organizations, Brightly has pioneered a new approach to reducing methane emissions from food waste while helping more food reach people who need it. In September 2026, Brightly achieved a major industry milestone: the issuance of more than 721,000 verified carbon credits under Verra's VM0046 methodology, earning an A rating from BeZero Carbon. These credits represent measurable, independently verified methane emissions avoided by rescuing surplus food rather than allowing it to go to waste. Brightly's U.S. network reaches 97% of U.S. counties experiencing food insecurity. Our proprietary technology has analyzed more than 26 billion pounds of food recovery data, transforming complex, fragmented information into measurable environmental outcomes. Through our revenue-sharing model, the majority of carbon credit sales revenue flows back to participating nonprofit food rescue organizations, creating a recurring source of funding to recover more food, feed more people, and prevent additional emissions. Brightly is building a broader data intelligence platform for food systems. Our technology helps organizations measure, understand, and optimize the environmental and social impact of surplus food across complex supply chains. From food rescue networks to corporate food systems, venues, and live events, we're expanding the ways organizations can turn food surplus data into actionable insights, measurable climate benefits, and economic value. With international projects and partnerships advancing, Brightly is working toward a future where food surplus is no longer treated as waste, but recognized as a valuable resource for people, communities, and the planet. Less waste. Less methane. More food. More impact. Learn more at brightly.earth.