Feeding 10 Billion by 2050 - Creating a Sustainable and Healthy Food Future
Offered By: Harvard University via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the critical challenges and innovative solutions for sustainably feeding a global population of 10 billion by 2050 in this thought-provoking Harvard University forum. Delve into key topics such as amplifying nutritious food production, preventing waste, securing supplies, and protecting the environment. Examine the "planetary health diet" concept, emphasizing plant-based eating for improved health and reduced ecological impact. Gain insights from experts on making farming more efficient, addressing agricultural challenges, promoting healthy diets, and achieving Sustainable Development Goals. Discover unique approaches like cricket bread and farms for bikes, and understand the implications of the Farm Bill. Learn how to contribute to a sustainable and healthy food future that balances human nutrition needs with environmental preservation.
Syllabus
Introduction
Opening remarks
World Business Council for Sustainable Development
Challenges
Making farming more efficient
Challenges of agriculture today
Healthy diets
Cooking is dimensional
Sustainable Development Goals
Food Waste
Cricket Bread
Farms for Bikes
The Farm Bill
Conclusion
Taught by
Harvard University
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