What and how much we consume today is causing irreversible damage to the earth’s ecosystems. Deforestation, air and water pollution, soil quality degradation, threats to wildlife, plants, and biodiversity, and climate change are urgent issues facing the world today. Farmers around the world have also seen their economic position deteriorating, and the Netherlands is no exception. That’s certainly enough reason to take action! And all it takes is a few small steps – reducing the number of animal products on the menu, combating food waste, and purchasing products that are sustainably grown, caught, slaughtered, or harvested through short supply chains.
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Lower food & drink impacts by changing the behavior of the crowd
Festivals can significantly reduce the environmental impact of food and drinks by transforming food systems to sustainable options or influencing audience behavior through pricing, communication, and strategic menu design.
Green Festival Stories: Food & Drink
Find guidance and inspiration on how festival organizations can minimize the environmental impact of the food they offer in three case studies selected by Future Festival Tools.
How festival Northside (Denmark) will be Plant Based in 2022
After launching the first organic beer and removing disposable plastic cups and bottles, Northside announced that the food in 2022 will be plant-based and 100% organic.
Climate change impact of Food & Bev at events? It’s something we need to get straight.
Climate change impact of Food & Bev at events? It's something we need to get straight.
A delicious Dish within the Limits of the Earth
When it comes to measuring the CO2-impact of an event, food is often excluded. Perhaps because it is quite complex to quantify the impact of all the different meals served, with their big variety of ingredients. Luckily two start-ups have
Interview with Andy Cato, Groove Armada and The Real Food Fight
Andy Cato is a well-respected artist and part of the renowned electronic music duo Groove Armada, but now dedicates most of his life to his organic farm in the south of France whilst also maintaining a busy touring and recording