FAQ

Public procurement refers to the process by which public authorities, such as government departments or local authorities, purchase work, goods or services from companies. More specifically

→ by GREEN we meanprocure goods, services and works with a reduced environmental impact throughout their life cycle 

→ by SUSTAINABLE we mean seek to achieve the appropriate balance between the three pillars of sustainable development - economic, social and environmental

Therefore, Sustainable Public Food Procurement takes into consideration all dimensions of sustainability, taking a more systemic approach.

Source: European Commission

As part of the EU Green Deal and the Farm to Fork Strategy, the European Commission will publish in September 2023 the Sustainable Food Systems framework (SFS law). This is an innovative umbrella legislation that aims to “make the EU food system sustainable and to integrate sustainability into all food-related policies.” Public food procurement will be one of the main components.    

Other legislations, which are connected and needed to achieve the Farm to Fork objectives, are:

• The EU School Fruit, Vegetables and Milk Scheme (currently under revision) 
• The European Child Guarantee
• The EU Public Procurement Directive

Just non-for-profit organisations, such as municipalities, national ministries, civil society organisations (CSOs) and non-governmental organisations (NGOs), can become members of the campaign Coalition. If you fall under this list, you can express your interest in joining by completing this form. We look forward to hearing from you.

No, but profit-entities can become external partners. This means they can contribute to the campaign's promotion and spreading, but they are not involved in the development of its strategy. If you are interested please, email us at info [at] buybetterfood [dot] euclass="link--inherit" target="_blank".

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The campaign is funded by the European Climate Foundation and by Healthy Food Healthy Planet.