FOODCITYBOOST is a trailblazing project that will help develop the foundations for turning urban jungles into lush, green, food-producing hubs! We imagine cities where rooftops, balconies, and even vertical spaces are bursting with greenery and fresh produce. This is the future that FOODCITYBOOST is planting seeds for, whilst tackling the major contemporary difficulties such as: climate change, biodiversity loss, and the great divide between urban, peri-urban, and rural areas.
FOODCITYBOOST is on a mission to create cityscapes where urban farming is a cornerstone of sustainable development. With FOODCITYBOOST, the future of urban living is not just green; it's bursting with flavors, colors, and life!
Researchers and research networks comprise individuals and collaborative groups dedicated to conducting studies and sharing knowledge across various scientific, academic, and practical fields.
National and European policymakers, which includes officials and legislative bodies at country and EU levels who develop and enact laws and regulations to govern society and influence public policy.
NGOs active in urban green space and farming, actors dedicated to promoting, developing, and managing sustainable urban agriculture and green spaces for community benefit and environmental health.
Citizens as representatives the general public whose lives and communities are directly affected by policies, programs, and initiatives designed to improve societal well-being and quality of life.
Urban farmers (professional and hobbyists) individuals engaged in Urban Farming activities within city limits, aiming to contribute to local food supply, green spaces, and sustainable urban living.
Municipalities throughout Europe as local government authorities responsible for providing services, infrastructure, and policy implementation to foster sustainable development and enhance the quality of life for their communities.
Consumers and value chain actors with an interest in local production are comprised of individuals and businesses focused on buying, selling, and promoting goods produced locally, aiming to support community economies, reduce environmental impact, and ensure product freshness and quality.
Our Living Lab approach ensuring user centered, open innovation, systematic and user co-creation in real life communities and settings.
FOODCITYBOOST will bring together a diverse range of stakeholders from various cities in Europe to evaluate the wide-ranging impacts of different types of urban agriculture systems. The project will study various systems, ranging from community gardens to vertical farming. This research will support the development of decision-support tools to assist policymakers in better incorporating the possibilities offered by urban agriculture initiatives when planning for future cities.
Through a varied network of practical and academic professionals in nine European countries, FOODCITYBOOST will co-create a comprehensive and interdisciplinary knowledge on urban agriculture. To ensure this knowledge is usable to all stakeholders, notably beyond the project, FOODCITYBOOST will highlight best practices and policies in Europe. Furthermore, it will develop tools to assist decision-making of future urban agriculture planning.
FOODCITYBOOST will test and bring what works in urban farming. We will engage stakeholders and actors to plant the seed of tomorrow's food systems allowing vibrant and resilient communities.
Living Labs are open innovation ecosystems that operate in real-life environments and deploy iterative feedback processes throughout…
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Integrated assessment of urban farming impacts and policies for boosting sustainable urban agricultural development linking urban, peri-urban and rural areas.
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