A 43-year-old Helsinki resident, Teemu Arppe, has not purchased food from a store in nearly 15 years, opting instead to retrieve discarded groceries. Arppe actively “dumpster dives,” quickly traveling to locations just before trash collection to access edible food. He prioritizes speed to avoid waste collection trucks emptying dumpsters first. The motivation behind his practice remains undisclosed in this initial report, but it appears to be a long-term commitment. Arppe was observed heading to a local grocery store’s back area, anticipating the arrival of the garbage truck. This practice highlights a conscious decision to avoid contributing to food waste and potentially a statement on consumerism. Further details regarding his reasoning are expected to be revealed.