Regions of Bremen and Bremerhaven are leading examples of providing nutritious food for everyone
Bremen, a hub for sustainable nutrition, has taken a significant step towards promoting healthier and more sustainable eating habits with the launch of the "Shaping the Food Transition Together" (GEG) project on July 7, 2025. This collaborative initiative, initiated by the Forum Küche, involves around 40 participants working together to transform local eating habits[1][2].
The primary goals of GEG are to encourage changes in food consumption patterns that focus on nutrition quality, sustainability, and support for regional food systems. It seeks to foster a comprehensive shift towards sustainable nutrition by engaging multiple stakeholders in Bremen to reshape the local food landscape toward more environmentally friendly and health-promoting options[1][2].
The project targets regional value chains specifically, aiming to strengthen them as part of the nutritional transition. One of the central action fields is the share of organic food in out-of-home catering. Another key area is food waste reduction[1][2].
The kick-off event for the project saw initial cooperation steps being paved. Concrete participation options were presented, and the event had around 40 participants. The GEG project is linked to the "Action Plan 2025 - Healthy Nutrition in the Catering of the City of Bremen"[1][2].
The GEG project is funded by the Federal Ministry of Food, Agriculture, and Homeland (BMEL) for 1.25 million euros. Dr. Margareta Büning-Fesel, President of the Federal Agency for Agriculture and Nutrition, emphasized that the GEG model region project embodies commitment, cooperation, and innovative spirit. She symbolically handed over herb plants to participants of the model region and Senator Kathrin Moosdorf[1].
The GEG project is part of the statewide nutrition strategy currently being developed. It is expected to set a strong example, motivating other cities and communities to follow in its footsteps. As the project is still in its early stages, concrete outcomes on sustainable nutrition are yet to be seen. However, its interdisciplinary and participatory approach positions it to influence Bremen’s food systems towards sustainability[1][2].
[1] Environmental Department [2] Various sources from the bullet points provided
- The GEG project, supported by the Federal Ministry of Food, Agriculture, and Homeland, aims to encourage a shift towards more sustainable and nutritious eating habits in Bremen, focusing on elements like quality nutrition, regional food systems, and organic food in out-of-home catering.
- With the GEG project, Bremen is making strides in fostering health-and-wellness through science-backed interventions, endeavoring to reduce food waste and establish healthier-diets as part of the city's action plan for nutritional transition.
