Braunschweig, Germany
Ensuring better access to sustainable food
Ensuring better access to sustainable food
Braunschweig, in northern Germany, is known for its thriving peri-urban landscapes and strong agricultural heritage. Local farmers supply fresh produce through farm shops and 24/7 vending machines, keeping food accessible.
Initiatives like Restekochbuch and Zu gut für die Tonne, supported by NGOs such as Slow Food Braunschweiger Land, work to raise awareness about food origins and reduce waste, turning tradition into a tool for sustainability.
What needs to change?
What needs to change?
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Limited accessibility to fresh and local food due to high prices.
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Limited interaction between consumers and producers.
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Food waste increased due to food safety concerns.
Our approach
Our approach
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Connection with local networks through neighborhood development initiatives.
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Engagement of citizens and food actors, with a focus on lower-middle-class.
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Creative formats — from visual arts to performance — as tools for raising awareness and gathering data on food waste.
LOCAL CONTACTS
Pilot coordinators
Françoise Beaussant (HBK)
f.beaussant@hbk-bs.de
Samuel Zonon (HBK)
samu.zonon@hbk-bs.de
