Food policy in Barcelona Metropolitan Area (EN)
Channel: Green European Foundation
Date: 06/07/2021

This event is part of our Cities of Hope Project. This 2021 initiative aims to bring together progressive and transformative trans-local city networks, to connect them and facilitate their exchanges, ultimately contributing to a positive narrative for the future of Europe.

2021 marks Barcelona’s year as the World Sustainable Food Capital. A catalyst for a food transition towards sustainability that strengthens local economies and improves the health of both people and the planet.

In this context, the webinar focused on different aspects of safe and affordable, sustainable food production methods and how to support local farmers.

Speakers:

Sergi Alegre, Fundació Nous Horitzons, welcome words
Susanne Rieger (Green European Foundation, Co-President), Introduction of the Green European Foundation
Alvaro Porro, Commissioner of social economy, local development and food policy of the City of Barcelona
Anna Martin, Vice-Mayor of El Prat
Gemma Frances, Director of Agricultural Parc of Baix Llobregat
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This webinar originally took place on June 16th, 2021. It was organised by the Green European Foundation, with the support of Fundació Nous Horitzons and the financial support of the European Parliament to the Green European Foundation. The European Parliament is not responsible for the content of this video.