Implementing GBF Target 16: Addressing biodiversity impacts of food consumption
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Policy Briefs
Target 16 of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF) urges national governments to reduce the global footprint of consumption. With the food sector driving biodiversity loss globally, sustainable food systems must become a policy priority. This policy brief offers key recommendations to decision-makers.
Herausgeber*in
Federal Agency for Nature Conservation
Publikationsjahr
2024
Sprache
Englisch
Seiten
10
DOI
10.19217/pol244en
Beschreibung
This policy brief outlines actions to effectively promote nature-friendly food production practices, improve the availability of sustainable food options and encourage a voluntary shift towards low-meat and plant-based diets. The brief also highlights the need to reduce food waste and overconsumption as well as improve access to information. It emphasizes that while systemic changes are required, they must be implemented in an equitable manner to leave no one behind.