Let’s talk SUSTAINABILITY
Sustainability is defined in two ways.
Healthier food choices: Many sustainable solutions, such as offering more plant-based options, can also promote healthier food choices for students. This can have a positive impact on the health and well- being of students. Educational opportunities: By incorporating sustainable solutions into school nutrition programs, schools can also provide educational opportunities for students. Students can learn about the importance of sustainability and the impact of their food choices on the environment. Overall, utilizing sustainable solutions in school nutrition programs can positively impact the environment, the health and well-being of students, and the financial bottom line of the program. HOW School nutrition programs can incorporate sustainable efforts in several ways. Here are some examples: Offer more plant-based options: School nutrition programs can offer more plant-based meal options, such as vegetarian and vegan options. Plant-based meals require fewer resources to produce and have a lower carbon footprint than animal-based meals. Source locally: School nutrition programs can source food locally whenever possible. This can reduce transportation emissions and support local farmers. Reduce food waste: Schools can reduce food waste by planning to get started
#1 The ability to maintain at a certain rate or level.
#2 Avoiding or depleting natural resources to maintain an ecological balance.
Let’s focus on the second definition of sustainability. Can your program incorporate sustainable efforts? First, let’s discuss why school nutrition programs want to adopt sustainable efforts. Then, we will discuss how your school nutrition program can implement sustainable solutions. And lastly, what resources can your school nutrition program utilize around sustainability? WHY There are several reasons why school nutrition programs would want to utilize sustainable solutions: Environmental impact: Sustainable solutions help to reduce the environmental impact of school nutrition programs. By using more sustainable practices, such as sourcing food locally or reducing food waste, schools can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and conserve natural resources. Cost savings: Sustainable solutions can also help to save money for school nutrition programs. For example, using reusable dishes and utensils instead of disposable ones can save money in the long run by reducing the need to purchase disposable items constantly. to adopt sustainable efforts
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