An overview of EU based projects aiming towards a fair, healthy, sustainable, circular and more plant-based food system.

Explore how forests can serve as valuable sources of food and biodiversity.

The Icelandic Horticultural Society is an association for gardening enthusiasts, open to everyone with an interest in plants, cultivation, and enhancing the environment.

Could transforming food production and consumption end hunger, cut emissions, and ensure a healthier planet for all?

The EAT Commission is a global, science-based initiative working to transform food systems.

The FIT4FOOD2030 project is a 3-year-long joint effort of various partners in supporting the European Commission FOOD 2030 policy framework. Connecting stakeholders to advance sustainable food systems through innovation and conversation.

A survey exploring the experiences and perspectives of people in Iceland who have adopted a sustainable and healthy diet.

Food-based dietary guidlines for Denmark.

Explains what a sustainable food system is and why it matters for people and the planet.

Sustainable innovation and much more.

Norwegian guidelines on diet, nutrition and physical activity.

Yrkja provides Icelandic primary school students with tree seedlings and educational resources to encourage tree planting and environmental stewardship.

A lightly sparkling dandelion wine made from Icelandic dandelions harvested near Grótta.

An interactive dashboard presenting Iceland’s progress towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

First published in 1972, Limits to Growth examines the long-term consequences of population growth, industrialization, resource consumption, and environmental degradation.

The United Nations Association of Iceland (UNA Iceland) promotes awareness and understanding of the United Nations, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and global issues through education, public engagement, and international cooperation.

The FOODITY Project empowers individuals to take control of their food and nutrition data

Nordic Food Lab explores the science and culture of food to inspire innovation and promote sustainable gastronomy.

An educational resource exploring sustainability, climate change, and human rights.

The article explores practical ways individuals, communities, and local governments can work together to create healthier and more sustainable food systems.

AccelWater is a European research and innovation project that helps food and beverage industries reduce freshwater consumption through smarter water management and circular resource use. The project develops and demonstrates innovative technologies that improve water efficiency while reducing energy use and environmental impact, supporting a more sustainable and resilient food production system.

CGIAR is the world’s largest global agricultural innovation network.

Explore FAO’s interactive learning resource on healthy eating and nutrition. It helps children develop lifelong healthy and sustainable food habits at school, at home, and in their communities.

Winnie the Pooh in the Values Forest is an educational game that helps children explore fundamental human values such as kindness, empathy, respect, responsibility, and cooperation through interactive play and storytelling.

Definitions of sustainability and food systems according to the USDA.

Diagram that illustrates the interconnected dimensions of sustainability—governance, nature, economy, and people.

The World Health Organization’s guide highlights the importance of sustainable, healthy diets for improving nutrition while reducing environmental impacts.

An article on the European Union’s new Nature Restoration Law and how restoring ecosystems can strengthen biodiversity, food security, and climate action.

BioBeo introduces innovative approaches to teaching the bioeconomy and circular economy through educational resources and collaborative initiatives across Europe.

The article examines the benefits of green social prescribing and its role in supporting healthier people and communities.

A popular Danish event that explores what people in Denmark eat and how their food is produced.

A podcast exploring the links between energy, food production, and sustainability, with a focus on innovation and the future of food systems.

Explore the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, sustainability, and the role of the University of Iceland and higher education institutions in advancing sustainable development.

Educational videos and activities about children’s rights, the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, and the Sustainable Development Goals through KrakkaRÚV’s interactive learning resources.

Matvett is a Norwegian organization working with the food and hospitality sectors to prevent and reduce food waste.

Current status and future research needs on the quantitative water use of finfish aquaculture using Life Cycle Assessment: A systematic literature review.

An overview of the WHO’s work on nutrition, the impact of diet on health, and global efforts to improve public health.

The talk explains the urgency of climate action and the importance of acting now to reduce the impacts of climate change.

Gróandi welcomes everyone to take part in growing food and strengthening connections with nature, food, and the community.

Explore global data and indicators tracking progress towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

This Nordic declaration outlines a shared vision and collaborative strategies for transitioning to sustainable food systems.

A global platform for sharing climate solutions and accelerating climate action.

An article about a family in Gaza growing vegetables amid the rubble of war.

A TEDx talk exploring how transforming food systems can improve human health, protect the environment, and create a more sustainable future for people and the planet.

A European story of beauty, freedom, and lifelong learning, exploring how education and civic engagement shaped the Nordic model and inspired democratic, resilient societies.

The latest Nordic Nutrition Recommendations combine evidence-based guidance on healthy eating with environmental sustainability.

An energy bar made in Iceland with insect protein.

Food-based dietary guidlines for Finland.

A TED Talk exploring how potluck meals can promote more sustainable food systems by encouraging food sharing, reducing waste, and strengthening community connections.

A practical guide offering simple, everyday actions to make your diet both healthier and more environmentally sustainable.

Working on how to improve people’s understanding of food and health science.

Explore the biggest challenges facing our food system through conversations with scientists, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and innovators working to create healthier and more sustainable food systems.

The World Café Method is a simple, effective, and flexible approach to facilitating meaningful conversations in groups of all sizes.

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization fighting hunger.

The Food Systems Call to Action is a global initiative that encourages urgent action to transform food systems so they better support people, protect nature, and address climate change.

EIT Food Podcast discusses food innovation, sustainability, and food system transformation.

Alliance Bioversity and CIAT work towards agricultural solutions to improve nutrition, climate resilience, and biodiversity.

Banana cultivation has started in Hafnarfjörður, Iceland.

Supporting the interests of small-scale food producers by advocating for their needs and promoting their development across the food sector.

The Danish Horticultural Society inspires people to grow gardens through expert advice, courses, events, and practical resources.

Organised by the Icelandic Directorate of Health as part of the EU-funded PreventNCD Joint Action, the forum promotes economic systems that respect planetary limits and prioritise wellbeing across generations.

Explore the homepage of FAO, that leads international efforts to defeat hunger.

Watch this video to find out how the health of humans, animals and ecosystems are connected.

“Plant-based food is the future.”

Discover how your food choices affect the climate and explore practical ways to reduce your environmental impact through more sustainable eating habits.

An interview exploring how mindful consumption and simple everyday choices can contribute to a more sustainable lifestyle.

Synergy of blue and green sectors for resilient biomass production and processing to develop sustainable feed ingredients for European aquaculture.

Organic Iceland is a collaborative initiative between VOR – Protection and Cultivation, the Farmers Association of Iceland, and the Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Fisheries.

Young Environmentalists of Iceland is a non-governmental organization that empowers young people to take action on environmental issues.

An article about preschool children in Hylte, Sweden, learning to grow food, compost, and care for the environment through hands-on gardening.

A speculation on the future form of lab grown meat.

Food-based dietary guidlines for Iceland.

The World Health Organization’s 2024 report presents data on more than 50 health-related indicators linked to the Sustainable Development Goals and WHO’s Thirteenth General Programme of Work.

FUSILLI is a European project that supports cities in developing more sustainable and resilient food systems.

An article about foraging wild mushrooms in Iceland and making full use of the harvest through sustainable use of natural resources.

Matvalget is an advisory service that helps public and private organizations create more sustainable meals.

Iceland’s approach to the well-being economy, highlighting key concepts, strategies, governance structures, and the role of public health.

This article explores climate change from an anthropological perspective, arguing that transforming food systems requires addressing the root causes of environmental challenges.

An apple made from Icelandic ingredients, with the same nutritional value.

The fund is part of the Danish government’s action plan to support the green transition in agriculture by promoting the development, production, and consumption of plant-based foods.

The Icelandic Climate Council is an independent advisory body that provides professional guidance and independent oversight of the Icelandic government’s climate policy.

Learn how simple food choices can benefit both your health and the environment.

Learn about initiatives and actions that support sustainable and healthy food systems across the Nordic countries.

An article about Iceland’s community fridges, where people share surplus food to reduce food waste and support local communities through food sharing and mutual care.

Banana Story is a design project featuring a label that traces the complete journey of an imported banana, from cultivation to consumption.

“I am more likely to be effective at improving habitats by coordinating with members of my local township to reduce the waste that enters a nearby ecosystem than at reducing fossil-fuel use by industry worldwide.”

SDGs Games is an interactive online platform featuring educational games about the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

The University of Iceland Sustainability Institute is a platform for interdisciplinary research on sustainable development.

FAIRCHAIN focuses on creating sustainable food systems by balancing large-scale industrial and small-scale artisanal food production.

Food-based dietary guidlines for Sweden.

Watch how Gróandi brings the community together through local food production and community-supported agriculture in Ísafjörður.

An article on strategies for reducing food waste in Denmark.

A podcast exploring polarization, critical thinking, and democracy.

A practical guide to democracy for young people, exploring how individuals can participate in society and influence decision-making.

All-Icelandic chocolate? Yes, please.