What we are doing
We are now in an urban era: 55% of the world’s population is urban. This number is expected to rise to 68% by 2050 when 80% of all food produced will be consumed in cities. A sustainable and resilient city-region food system can help meet current and future food needs of the population while promoting food security, nutrition and social inclusion. It also integrates vulnerable populations in economic development through food production, processing and retail by encouraging urban and peri-urban agriculture, short supply chains and new food markets. Furthermore, it aligns environmental management strategies on food, water and energy and builds diverse food systems that are more resilient to climate change and disaster risk. Local and regional governments are implementing innovative urban food policies around the world; they are improving the human and environmental health of their communities. With creative partnership and investment, cities will play a key role in the transition to a more sustainable and resilient food system.
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