The SustainaKit (KA220-VET) project aims to integrate sustainability into vocational education and training (VET), especially in culinary schools. It supports the EU Green Deal, Farm to Fork Strategy, and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (12 and 13) by promoting responsible consumption and eco-friendly cooking practices.
Main Objectives
- Raise awareness among VET students and teachers about sustainability in everyday culinary practices.
- Promote KM0 (local) products and responsible consumption to reduce waste and carbon emissions.
- Develop sustainable culinary techniques and energy-efficient practices through the Good Practices Handbook and Toolkit.
- Digitalise VET education via an open-access online platform with interactive learning tools.
- Foster European collaboration and knowledge exchange on sustainability in education.
Expected Outcomes
- A Good Practices Handbook with theoretical foundations of sustainable cooking.
- An interactive Toolkit for learners and teachers.
- A multilingual digital platform for open access to all materials.
- Multiplier Events to share results across Europe.
Long-Term Impact
SustainaKit aims to create a generation of sustainability-aware culinary professionals, reduce food waste, strengthen local economies, and make sustainability education accessible to all through digital innovation.
