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Sustainable food systems

Food plays a vital role in our daily lives, yet the way it is produced and consumed puts great pressure on the environment.

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Publication date
28 September 2026
Author
Directorate-General for Climate Action
I am a(n)
  • Citizen
  • Organisation (local and national authorities)
I want to know how to
  • Engage with my community on climate
  • Inspire others to take climate action
  • Take climate action in my everyday life
I am interested in
  • Adaptation to climate change
  • Environment

Description

Food plays a vital role in our daily lives, yet the way it is produced and consumed puts great pressure on the environment.  

That’s why we’re excited to share three resources that explore how food not only can support healthier people and stronger communities, but also a more sustainable planet.   

In this collection, you’ll discover: 

  • a cookbook featuring 27 traditional recipes from across Europe, celebrating culinary heritage and climate-smart food practices 
  • a practical toolkit to engage stakeholders and communities in shaping more sustainable food systems 
  • a guide to transforming school food systems for children and young people. 
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Documents

  • Tool guidance
  • SchoolFood4Change

A guide to transforming school food systems for vulnerable children and young people.

  • Tool guidance
  • FoodChoices4LIFE

A cookbook celebrating Europe’s culinary heritage, featuring sustainable and healthy recipes.