Joint Topic Support Network: From Procurement to Waste, The Food Cycle

Background

Topic Support Networks provide an opportunity to share information, experiences and good practice across the university and college sector in Scotland. There are 8 groups focusing on a range of areas to support a holistic approach to sustainability and social responsibility in your institution. These meetings are free to attend; whether you are new to the sector or just looking to update your knowledge, everyone is welcome. These are not just one off events but a community where support and advice is always at hand. As a group we are able to identify problems and look for opportunities, delivering practical outcomes you can take back to your institution. For more information about our Topic Support Network please click here.

Event Summary

Two Topic Support Networks in one! For this event the focus will be on food and catering in the university and college sector and we thought it would be appropriate to bring two Topic Support Networks together, first looking at Procurement and then Waste. The event will comprise of:

• Update on Scottish Government’s National Food and Drink Policy
• Case Study on food procurement at University of Edinburgh
• A visit to the on-site composter and looking to see what is done with the compost
• News on forth coming food waste regulations from Zero Waste Scotland
• …and much more!

For the full agenda please see below. This event is for procurement staff, waste managers, catering managers, sustainability professionals and staff within a university or college who are interested or play in role in promoting sustainable food practices on campus.

This is a free event but spaces are limited so please register a place. Delegates are welcome to attend just for the half day or the full day depending on your interest and area of work. Please book the appropriate package below. If you have any questions regarding the event or have difficultly booking, please do not hesitate to contact Alex at ahenderson@eauc.org.uk.