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Menu for Change
How are food habits changing around the world? And how are food habits changing the world? This publication of the project “We Eat Responsibly” is the starting point for teachers and students from Eco-schools to explore our food system and why responsible food consumption matters. Published by Glopolis.
Internation Forum Menu for Change
The international Forum for Change Menu took place at Impact Hub in Prague from October 21st to October 23rd, 2016. The event was organized by Glopolis as part of the educational project Menu for Change, which is focused on responsible food consumption. The Forum was attended by 120 lecturers and teachers from many countries who help both students and adults understand the impacts of our food on humanity and our planet.
Cutting Deforestation Out of the Palm Oil Supply Chain
This paper by Greenpeace examines efforts by large multinational companies to cut deforestation out of palm oil production. Deforestation was one of the main causes of large-scale wildfires in Indonesia in 2015.
Expiration date
How you ever been confused about expiration dates? You are not alone. But this confusion leads people to waste food that could have been safely consumed. Video made by Harvard Food Law & Policy Clinic.
Law of the Jungle
This report by Finnwatch looks at the impacts of palm oil production in Malaysia and Indonesia, the main countries that produce this commodity. The background section looks into the ecological, social and economic impacts of palm oil production.
Paradox of hunger
Our planet produces enough food for all people on the planet. Still one person out of seven suffed from starvation in 2012. How is it possible? Watch this very interesting video by SOS Faim to find out!
Ecological Farming
In Greenpeace’s vision, ecological farming is based on 7 principles: food sovereignty, benefitting farmers and rural communities, smarter food production and yields, biodiversity, sustainable soil health and cleaner water, ecological pest management and resilient food systems.
Waste
With food we also waste water, farm land and energy. Learn more about the global consequences of food waste and easy solutions on the consumer level. Video by the UN.
Palm oil certification
Over the past ten years efforts have been made to curb the harmful impacts of palm oil production by introducing certification systems. What exactly has been achieved over this time and is it possible for mass consumption and ecosystem conservation to coexist? Published by Glopolis.
We Eat Responsibly Leaflet
We Eat Responsibly project's leaflet offers interesting facts about impact of our food, provides tips for responsible consumers and gives an information about our project. Moreover, printed version comes with traditional variety of tomato seeds! Published by Glopolis.
