Evaluating Sustainable Food System Innovations

Author : Élodie Valette,Alison Blay-Palmer,Beatrice Intoppa,Amanda Di Battista,Ophélie Roudelle,Géraldine Chaboud
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2023-08-15
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781000966206

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Evaluating Sustainable Food System Innovations by Élodie Valette,Alison Blay-Palmer,Beatrice Intoppa,Amanda Di Battista,Ophélie Roudelle,Géraldine Chaboud Pdf

This book presents URBAL, an approach that applies impact pathway mapping to understand how food system innovations in cities, and their territories, change and impact food system sustainability. Around the world, people are finding innovative ways to make their food systems more sustainable. However, documenting and understanding how these innovations impact the sustainability of food system can be a challenge. The Urban Driven Innovations for Sustainable Food Systems (URBAL) methodology responds to these constraints by providing innovations with a simple, open-source, resource-efficient tool that is easily appropriated and adaptable to different contexts. URBAL is designed to respond to the demands of field stakeholders, whether public or private, to accompany and guide them in their actions and decision-making with regard to sustainability objectives. This book presents this qualitative and participatory impact assessment method of food innovations and applies it to several cases of food innovation around the world, including the impact of agricultural districts in Milan, chefs and gastronomy in Brasilia, e-commerce in Vietnam, eco-friendly farm systems in Berlin and The Nourish to Flourish governance process in Cape Town. The book demonstrates how food innovations can impact different dimensions of sustainability, positively and negatively, and identify the elements that facilitate or hinder these impacts. The volume reflects on how to strengthen the capacity of these stakeholders to disseminate their innovations on other scales to contribute to the transition towards more sustainable food systems. This book will be of great interest to students and scholars working on sustainable food systems, urban food, food innovation and impact assessment, as well as policymakers, practitioners and funders interested in these areas.

Author : Élodie Valette
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2023
Category : Electronic books
ISBN : 1000966143

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Evaluating Sustainable Food System Innovations by Élodie Valette Pdf

Author : Alison Blay-Palmer,Damien Conaré,Ken Meter,Amanda Di Battista,Carla Johnston
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 193 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2019-11-22
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780429801389

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Sustainable Food System Assessment by Alison Blay-Palmer,Damien Conaré,Ken Meter,Amanda Di Battista,Carla Johnston Pdf

Sustainable Food System Assessment provides both practical and theoretical insights about the growing interest in and response to measuring food system sustainability. Bringing together research from the Global North and South, this book shares lessons learned, explores intended and actual project outcomes, and highlights points of conceptual and methodological convergence. Interest in assessing food system sustainability is growing, as evidenced by the Milan Urban Food Policy Pact and the importance food systems initiatives have taken in serving as a lever for attaining the UN Sustainable Development Goals. This book opens by looking at the conceptual considerations of food systems indicators, including the place-based dimensions of food systems indicators and how measurements are implicated in sense-making and visioning processes. Chapters in the second part cover operationalizing metrics, including the development of food systems indicator frameworks, degrees of indicator complexities, and practical constraints to assessment. The final part focuses on the outcomes of assessment projects, including impacts on food policy and communities involved, highlighting the importance of building connections between sustainable food systems initiatives. The global coverage and multi-scalar perspectives, including both conceptual and practical aspects, make this a key resource for academics and practitioners across planning, geography, urban studies, food studies, and research methods. It will also be of interest to government officials and those working within NGOs. The Open Access version of this book, available at https://www.routledge.com/Sustainable-Food-System-Assessment-Lessons-from-Global-Practice/Blay-Palmer-Conare-Meter-Battista-Johnston/p/book/9781032083933, has been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives 4.0 license.

Author : Jean-Marc Touzard,Ludovic Temple,Frédéric Goulet,Yuna Chiffoleau,Guy Faure
Publisher : Quae
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2018-11-19
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9782759229604

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Innovation and development in agricultural and food systems by Jean-Marc Touzard,Ludovic Temple,Frédéric Goulet,Yuna Chiffoleau,Guy Faure Pdf

The book looks at innovation in agriculture and food systems against the backdrop of the great challenges facing humanity today. It does so by exploring the different dimensions of change and by focusing on the meaning accorded to innovation by these systems’ stakeholders. Innovation is apprehended in its cognitive, technical, organizational and institutional complexity. Methods and mechanisms to support innovative actors are examined, thus providing professionals, policymakers and civil society with useful and original orientations for action .

Author : National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine,Health and Medicine Division,Food and Nutrition Board,Food Forum
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 135 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2020-05-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780309495608

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Innovations in the Food System by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine,Health and Medicine Division,Food and Nutrition Board,Food Forum Pdf

On August 7â€"8, 2019, the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine hosted a public workshop in Washington, DC, to review the status of current and emerging knowledge about innovations for modern food systems and strategies for meeting future needs. The workshop addressed different perspectives on the topic of food systems and would build on a workshop on the topic of sustainable diets hosted by the Food Forum in August 2018. This publication summarizes the presentations and discussions from the workshop.

Author : Gianluca Brunori,Stefano Grando
Publisher : Emerald Group Publishing
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2020-07-29
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781839821561

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Innovation for sustainability by Gianluca Brunori,Stefano Grando Pdf

Family farms represent important components of food systems and rural areas. The aim of the book is to develop a conceptual framework guiding further research and policy design to enhance food systems' capability to sustainably meet societal expectations, with a valorisation of the role of family farming.

Author : Ruerd Ruben,Jan Verhagen
Publisher : MDPI
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2019-04-30
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783038978145

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Towards Sustainable Global Food Systems by Ruerd Ruben,Jan Verhagen Pdf

One of the major knowledge challenges in the domain of Resilient and Sustainable Food Systems refers to the integration of perspectives on consumption, patterns that support public health, inclusive value chains, and environmentally sustainable food production. While there is a long record of the analysis of separate interventions, this special issue generates integrated insights, provides cross-cutting perspectives, and outlines practical and policy solutions that address these global challenges.The collection of papers promotes the view that sustainable food systems require thorough insights into the structure and dynamics of agri-food production systems, the drivers for integrating food value chains and markets, and key incentives for supporting healthier consumer choices. On the production side, potential linkages between agricultural commercialization and intensification and their effects for food security and nutritional outcomes are analyzed. Value Chains are assessed for their contribution to improving exchange networks and markets for food products that simultaneously support efficiency, circularity, and responsiveness. Individual motives and market structures for food consumption need to be understood in order to be able to outline suitable incentives to enhance healthy dietary choice.The contributed papers focus on interfaces between food system activities and processes of adaptive change that are critical for overcoming key constraints and trade-offs between sustainable food and healthy diets.

Author : Catherine Esnouf,Marie Russel,Nicolas Bricas
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 317 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2013-04-25
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781107036468

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Food System Sustainability by Catherine Esnouf,Marie Russel,Nicolas Bricas Pdf

An exploration of the duALIne project's insights, presenting state-of-the-art research in food sustainability and identifying priority areas for further study.

Author : Charis Michel Galanakis
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 442 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2018-01-02
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780128119617

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Sustainable Food Systems from Agriculture to Industry by Charis Michel Galanakis Pdf

Sustainable Food Systems from Agriculture to Industry: Improving Production and Processing addresses the principle that food supply needs of the present must be met without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs. Responding to sustainability goals requires maximum utilization of all raw materials produced and integration of activities throughout all production-to-consumption stages. This book covers production stage activities to reduce postharvest losses and increase use of by-products streams (waste), food manufacturing and beyond, presenting insights to ensure energy, water and other resources are used efficiently and environmental impacts are minimized. The book presents the latest research and advancements in efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly food production and ways they can be implemented within the food industry. Filling the knowledge gap between understanding and applying these advancements, this team of expert authors from around the globe offer both academic and industry perspectives and a real-world view of the challenges and potential solutions that exist for feeding the world in the future. The book will guide industry professionals and researchers in ways to improve the efficiency and sustainability of food systems. Addresses why food waste recovery improves sustainability of food systems, how these issues can be adapted by the food industry, and the role of policy making in ensuring sustainable food production Describes in detail the latest understanding of food processing, food production and waste reduction issues Includes emerging topics, such as sustainable organic food production and computer aided process engineering Analyzes the potential and sustainability of already commercialized processes and products

Author : Clayton Campanhola,Shivaji Pandey
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 611 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2018-11-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128121351

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Sustainable Food and Agriculture by Clayton Campanhola,Shivaji Pandey Pdf

Sustainable Food and Agriculture: An Integrated Approach is the first book to look at the imminent threats to sustainable food security through a cross-sectoral lens. As the world faces food supply challenges posed by the declining growth rate of agricultural productivity, accelerated deterioration of quantity and quality of natural resources that underpin agricultural production, climate change, and hunger, poverty and malnutrition, a multi-faced understanding is key to identifying practical solutions. This book gives stakeholders a common vision, concept and methods that are based on proven and widely agreed strategies for continuous improvement in sustainability at different scales. While information on policies and technologies that would enhance productivity and sustainability of individual agricultural sectors is available to some extent, literature is practically devoid of information and experiences for countries and communities considering a comprehensive approach (cross-sectoral policies, strategies and technologies) to SFA. This book is the first effort to fill this gap, providing information on proven options for enhancing productivity, profitability, equity and environmental sustainability of individual sectors and, in addition, how to identify opportunities and actions for exploiting cross-sectoral synergies. Provides proven options of integrated technologies and policies, helping new programs identify appropriate existing programs Presents mechanisms/tools for balancing trade-offs and proposes indicators to facilitate decision-making and progress measurement Positions a comprehensive and informed review of issues in one place for effective education, comparison and evaluation

Author : Joachim von Braun,Kaosar Afsana,Louise O. Fresco,Mohamed Hag Ali Hassan
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 931 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2023-01-01
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783031157035

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Science and Innovations for Food Systems Transformation by Joachim von Braun,Kaosar Afsana,Louise O. Fresco,Mohamed Hag Ali Hassan Pdf

This Open Access book compiles the findings of the Scientific Group of the United Nations Food Systems Summit 2021 and its research partners. The Scientific Group was an independent group of 28 food systems scientists from all over the world with a mandate from the Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations. The chapters provide science- and research-based, state-of-the-art, solution-oriented knowledge and evidence to inform the transformation of contemporary food systems in order to achieve more sustainable, equitable and resilient systems.

Author : Paola De Bernardi,Danny Azucar
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2019-11-28
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783030335021

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Innovation in Food Ecosystems by Paola De Bernardi,Danny Azucar Pdf

This book addresses the intersections of entrepreneurship, innovation and sustainability in food systems, and presents high-quality research illustrating the central role that food consumption and production play in achieving sustainability goals. Entrepreneurship and innovation have become particularly relevant aspects in the European Union (EU), especially since the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were announced in 2015. In many cases, innovations tend to arise from small and medium-sized enterprises, and from completely new entrepreneurial endeavors. This book represents essential reading for researchers and young academics seeking to reduce disparities and inequalities in food production and consumptions patterns. By encouraging sustainable entrepreneurship and innovation, it will also help young scholars find support for their startup ideas.

Author : Bradley George Ridoutt,Aida Turrini
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 159 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2024-03-08
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9782832545942

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Food Systems Evaluation Methods and Sustainability Assessment by Bradley George Ridoutt,Aida Turrini Pdf

The food system is responsible for some of society’s most pressing sustainability challenges. Diets are currently unsustainable in many countries as evidenced by the growing burden of malnutrition, degradation of natural resources, contributions to climate change, and unaffordability of healthy diets. There is an urgent need to address the gaps in understanding of what a sustainable food system means across varying populations and geographies and how we can better measure these systems, while identifying how dietary choices impact on human health and the environment. However, decision makers and experts are questioning whether it is possible to meet environmental, social, and economic goals simultaneously, or whether trade-offs are necessary. Thus, the development of better measurements and indicators to clearly understand the benefits and considerations for healthy and sustainable food systems is needed.

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2020-08-01
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789251329900

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Enabling sustainable food systems by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Pdf

Sustainable food systems are fundamental to ensuring that future generations are food secure and eat healthy diets. To transition towards sustainability, many food system activities must be reconstructed, and myriad actors around the world are starting to act locally. While some changes are easier than others, knowing how to navigate through them to promote sustainable consumption and production practices requires complex skill sets. This handbook is written for “sustainable food systems innovators” by a group of innovators from Asia, Africa, the Americas and Europe who are leading initiatives to grow, share, sell and consume more sustainable foods in their local contexts. It includes experiences that are changing the organizational structures of local food systems to make them more sustainable. The handbook is organized as a “choose your own adventure” story where each reader – individually or in a facilitated group – can develop their own personalized learning and action journeys according to their priorities. The topics included in this handbook are arranged into four categories of innovations: engaging consumers, producing sustainably, getting products to market and getting organized.

Author : Will Valley,Selena Ahmed,Julie Grossman,Nicholas R. Jordan,David Meek,Nils McCune,Damian Parr
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 201 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2023-05-08
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9782832522998

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Critical and Equity-Oriented Pedagogical Innovations in Sustainable Food Systems Education by Will Valley,Selena Ahmed,Julie Grossman,Nicholas R. Jordan,David Meek,Nils McCune,Damian Parr Pdf