Sustainable Food Procurement: Legal, Social and Organisational Challenges

The book explores sustainable food procurement policy and practice in the European Union and beyond, evaluating the extent to which sustainability objectives have been achieved and examining new developments at both EU and national levels. It examines the policy and legal procurement framework and practices for sustainable public catering in three EU Member States, as well as a comparative survey of the Baltic Region and a cross-country comparison of the UK with Denmark and Sweden.

Format: Hardback
Length: 234 pages
Publication date: 23 February 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The book delves into the realm of sustainable food procurement policy and practice within the European Union and beyond, exploring the extent to which sustainability objectives have been attained and assessing the emerging developments at both EU and national levels. While there is a growing acknowledgment that public authorities can leverage public procurement as a powerful policy tool to pursue a range of environmental, health, and socio-economic goals, contracting authorities continue to encounter numerous challenges. This comprehensive volume investigates the potential for achieving sustainable objectives in public food procurement, examining diverse regulatory frameworks and organizational models to address the overarching question of how to integrate sustainability concerns into the various stages of public food procurement processes. Contributions in the book delve into the policy and legal procurement framework and practices for sustainable public catering in three EU Member States: Italy, France, and Spain. Additionally, a comparative survey of the Baltic Region, encompassing Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Poland, and Russia, is conducted, along with a broader examination of the UK and Brazil, as well as a cross-country comparison between the UK and Denmark and Sweden. By drawing upon the expertise of an interdisciplinary and intersectoral team of contributors, the book gains valuable insights from various disciplines, including business sciences, anthropology, and law. This work contributes to the global discourse on public food procurement as a means to achieve multifaceted social and environmental objectives, offering valuable insights to readers seeking innovative approaches to generate value through public food purchasing.

This book holds immense relevance for students, researchers, policymakers, and representatives from both the public and private sectors. Its comprehensive analysis and insightful perspectives provide valuable insights into the current state of sustainable food procurement and offer valuable guidance for future endeavors. By examining the successes, challenges, and emerging trends in this field, the book empowers readers to contribute to the development of more sustainable and resilient food systems.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032486161