Optimized meals for health and sustainability
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Coordinator | RISE Research Institutes of Sweden AB - Jordbruk och livsmedel |
Funding from Vinnova | SEK 628 324 |
Project duration | October 2024 - May 2025 |
Status | Ongoing |
Venture | A new recipe for the food system - build-up phase |
Call | A new recipe for the food system: The pot of innovation - Experiment, experiment and explore |
Purpose and goal
The project´s purpose is to create a framework that supports food companies in developing nutritious and climate-friendly meals, with a focus on iron bioavailability. The goal is to facilitate a shift toward plant-based diets without risking nutritional deficiencies, essential for a sustainable future.
Expected effects and result
The project is expected to result in a tested framework for companies to balance nutrition and sustainability in meals. The framework will be implemented with food industry partners, aiming for widespread adoption. This project also aligns with the UN´s global goals for sustainability and health.
Planned approach and implementation
The project is organized into three work packages: 1) Mapping and mobilizing methods and stakeholders, 2) Developing a prototype framework, and 3) Testing and further refining the framework with industry partners to optimize health and sustainability in meals.