Our Story

Transformation of the global food system towards more sustainable and equitable outcomes is urgently needed, requiring an evidence-based food systems approach.

The Co-Centre for Sustainable Food Systems encompasses a research programme of oriented basic and applied research in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and social sciences across the Republic of Ireland (ROI), Northern Ireland (NI) and Great Britain (GB). The Co-Centre presents a unique opportunity to rapidly develop innovative and transformative solutions to transition the food system and position Ireland and the UK as a research and innovation global leader for positive and sustainable change in the transition to climate-neutrality by 2050.

What challenges does our food system face?

No central
governance

Transformation needs multi-stakeholder engagement

Radical
transformation
needed

Triple-Burden of Malnutrition

1/10
Undernourished

25%
Overweight

1/3
Can’t afford a
healthy meal

Launch of the Co-Centre for Sustainable Food Systems

Collaborate with us. Our research projects are performed with industry partners, and working with academic, industry and wider stakeholder on international and national research programmes.

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