With the world’s population growing rapidly, global food consumption is increasing at the same time. Pupils explore how our food system—including agriculture, processing, transportation, and waste—contributes almost a third of global greenhouse gas emissions. This workshop supports Secondary Geography, Science (Biology), Environmental Science, Food Technology, Sustainability, Climate Change, and Citizenship.
During this informative session, pupils investigate practical ways to reduce food-related carbon footprints, including reducing food waste, choosing locally sourced produce, and considering the environmental impact of diets, including plant-based alternatives. The workshop encourages critical thinking about consumer choices and future sustainability, linking directly to PSHE, Global Citizenship, and STEM learning.
We also explore the future of food production, including innovations in farming on land, at sea, and in urban environments, helping pupils understand how we might sustainably feed a growing global population.
To consolidate learning, each pupil grows their own microgreens using a byproduct of the coconut industry. This hands-on activity reinforces key concepts around sustainability, resource use, and healthy living, while supporting Design Technology, Food Science, Environmental Awareness, and Practical Science skills. It demonstrates how small, sustainable choices can improve personal health while reducing environmental impact.
This workshops lasts 45 minutes to an hour with up to 35 / 70 pupils in each session.
Subjects Covered:
- Energy
- Waste
- Design Technology
- Food miles
- Climate Change
- Sustainable Materials
- Resource Management
- Envronmnatal Responsibilities
- Sustainable Development
- Recycling
- Pollution
- Citizenship
- Sustainability
- Human Impact
- Materials
- Litter
- Science
- PSHE
- STEM
Workshop content is also perfect for special off timetable days including:
- Eco Days
- WOW Days
- Sustainability Week
- Science Week (7th – 16th of March)
- World Oceans Day (8th of June)
- National Recycling Week (10th – 16th of November)
