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Bringing food system transformation to the heart of the international climate agenda

The launch of the Food4Climate pavilion at COP27 last year, along with other food system Pavilions, was groundbreaking because it signified recognition at UN-level of the relationship between climate change and food production. 

At COP28, ProVeg International, a food awareness organisation, will build on the success of COP27, by further emphasising the need to make the shift towards plant-rich diets, adopt sustainable and resilient agricultural practices, and reduce food loss and waste.

What is the pavilion?

The Food4Climate pavilion is a space within the Blue Zone that will be open from to 12 December 2023. Partnering organisations will host events to bring food system transformation and sustainable diets to the heart of COP28, mainstreaming a transition toward diverse and resilient food production and consumption systems.

Who are the organisations behind the Food4Climate pavilion?

20 partner organisations will join ProVeg at its Pavilion, including: World Animal Protection, A Well-Fed World, Humane Society International, the Jeremy Coller Foundation, Mercy for Animals, Compassion in World Farming, FOUR PAWS, the Plant Based Foods Institute, the Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation, the Changing Markets Foundation, the Plant-Based Foods Institute, Topsector Horticulture & Starting Materials, Terrascope, Food Tank, the MENA Youth Network, Young Professionals for Agricultural Development (YPARD), International Association of Students in Agricultural and Related Sciences (IAAS), YOUNGO Food and Agriculture, the ProVeg Youth Board, Upfield and Impossible Foods.

What are the main objectives of the Food4Climate pavilion?

Bringing food system transformation and sustainable diets to the heart of COP28

Mainstreaming a transition toward diverse and resilient food production and consumption systems as a key climate mitigation and adaptation solution

Bringing diverse stakeholders together to discuss challenges and solutions

What does their 10 day programme cover?

Their programme is divided into four chapters: 

Setting the stage and taking stock

Friday 1 December: (Re)thinking food systems

Saturday 2 December: Transforming consumption

Sunday 3 December: Building on past work

Monday 4 December: Connecting the dots

Showcasing innovation and solutions for planet and human health

Tuesday 5 December: Promoting innovation

Wednesday 6 December: Empowering change

Giving a voice to the unheard

Friday 8 December: Cultivating a green generation

Saturday 9 December: Leaving no one behind

Expanding our work for better action

Sunday 10 December: Growing the movement

Monday 11 December: Extending our scope of actions

Thursday 7 December is the official day of rest.

What kind of events are being held? 

We’ve organised all types of events, from panel discussions to debates, from film screenings to receptions, from mini-conferences to award announcements. You won’t be disappointed, so come by and stay for a bit! 

Can I take part digitally or in-person? 

If you have access to COP28 and the Blue Zone, you can attend our events in-person at the Food4Climate Pavilion.

If you’re not attending COP28, but are still interested in our events, you can watch them live streamed. Registration details can be found under each day page.

Or follow their Youtube Channel.

What will happen after the Pavilion and COP28?

As we pursue their work after COP28, the Food4Climate Pavilion will strengthen and expand the network of stakeholders interested in food systems change to all kinds of stakeholders (national delegates, UN agencies, private sector, civil society, youth and more) and help build common strategies for 2024 and beyond.

They will continue collaborating on projects outside of the conference as climate work doesn’t stop after COP.

https://food4climatepavilion.com

Refresh Your Taste Buds This Dry January With Thatchers Zero

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An alcohol-free cider with body, smoothness and character, Thatchers Zero has a crisp, medium dry character and a fruity aroma. This Somerset cider retains the taste and character of a true cider but without the alcohol.

It's the first choice for those who don't want to compromise on taste and enjoyment when opting for alcohol-free.

Crafted using a selection of their favourite bittersweet apple varieties at their mill in the heart of Somerset, they make sure their alcohol-free Zero quenches the thirst for drinkers who want a premium experience, delivering on taste and enjoyment.

Thatchers has been crafting ciders since 1904. Four generations later, they're still independently owned and family operated, with a passion for making the best quality ciders sustainably, always putting their heart and soul into their ciders.

Low and no drinks are now part of regular drinking occasions, and as the UK's #1 alcohol-free apple cider, Thatchers Zero can quench the thirst all year round for those looking for a premium low or no cider.

At Thatchers they've worked very hard to create a 0% cider that delivers on taste. And the result? Thatchers Zero is creating huge interest from drinkers who recognise Zero can provide the social enjoyment but without the alcohol.

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