Summary
The JusTACE project aims to drive a fair, inclusive transition to sustainable, circular food systems in Ireland, engaging stakeholders and developing robust indicators, aligned with EPA Research Programme 2030 and just transition principles. The project focuses on:
- Advancing sustainable, circular food systems for Ireland.
- Multi-stakeholder engagement to drive systemic change.
- Developing robust indicators and evaluation frameworks.
- Supporting evidence-based policy and business innovation.
Objectives
- Empower communities for a fair, just food system transition.
- Drive environmental sustainability and long-term climate resilience.
- Foster innovation, new business models, and green jobs.
- Reduce waste, enhances resource efficiency, and protects biodiversity.
- Strengthen food security and societal wellbeing beyond project lifetime
Project details
Duration: March 2025 – Feb 2029
Funding: EPA €650,000
Consortium
- Munster Technological University
- University College Cork
- University College Dublin
- Maynooth University
Principal Investigator
Dr. Helena McMahon (Munster Technological University)
helena.mcmahon@mtu.ie
This project is funded under the EPA Research Programme 2021-2030. The EPA Research Programme is a Government of Ireland initiative funded by the Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications.
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