Food
For a long time, food production was considered beyond the sphere of competence of cities, mainly because food is normally produced outside the city limits. Now there is a growing recognition of the new role local authorities can play in the development of sustainable food systems.
Related networks
FOOD CORRIDORS
FOOD CORRIDORS
Recent experience suggests that it is necessary to promote a transition towards regional food systems. FOOD CORRIDORS encourages the creation of a...
BioCanteens
BioCanteens
BioCanteens Transfer Network is about ensuring the distribution of sustainable school meals in participating cities as a key lever towards the...
RU:RBAN
RU:RBAN
This Transfer network builds upon the "Management model of Urban gardens in Rome" Good Practice, in order to transfer to EU cities...
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Covid-19: a springboard for more food solidarity?
How cities can sustain and transfer good practice in improving access to (healthy) food.
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How are URBACT cities reacting to Covid-19?
At a time when the impact of the pandemic has changed our way of life, cities are showing their resilience.
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Urban Solutions: five early lessons from the URBACT Transfer Networks
Find out why (and how) to share urban good practices!
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Improving children’s education for a sustainable urban future
URBACT is helping European cities find – and share – new ways to support children’s education for a better future.
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How a small Spanish town is revolutionising its local food system
Baena (ES) supports sustainable agriculture for a resilient city developement model close to its citizens’ needs, beyond mass production.
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How cities can accompany consumer change practices
Marcelline Bonneau makes a case for changing habits, innovative incentives and the benefits of a circular economy.
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