Food Access and Inequality
When it comes to food, not everyone has equal access. Learn about the challenges people face, and how food systems can be made fairer for all.
Food access and inequality
Food inflation explained: causes, impact and money-saving tips
Understand the real causes of food inflation and find practical strategies to reduce your shopping bills.
Budget cooking tips to lower your energy bills this winter
From one-pot dinners to smart batch cooking, learn how to make your budget go further.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions for Food access and inequality
Annual food inflation in Europe reached a historical peak of 15% in March 2023, driven by several interconnected factors like energy costs, fertiliser price increases, supply chain shocks, and protectionism.
Some ways to save money when food prices rise include:
Make a smart shopping list
Buy in bulk
Choose local and seasonal produce
Reduce your energy expenses by changing your kitchen habits
With some planning and organisation, you can make meals that are cost-effective and use less energy.
Batch cooking: Cooking larger quantities at once, such as soups or stews, reduces energy consumption. Freezing extra portions ensures you have homemade meals ready to go.
One-pot meals: Cooking everything in a single dish or baking tray saves energy and means less washing up. Examples include tray-baked chicken and veggies or one-pan pasta.
No-cook ideas: You can create nourishing meals without turning on the oven or cooktop.
Meal planning: Planning your week encourages smarter use of appliances. By preparing similar dishes together, you can reduce the time your oven and cooker top are in use.
As individuals, we don’t have to change everything we do overnight. But together, we can help steer the food system in a better direction – one meal, one vote, one conversation at a time.
Two of the key actions you can take to reduce your climate impact are eating a diet rich in plants and reducing your food waste.
You don’t have to stop there. When making choices, try asking yourself these three questions:
Where does this food come from? Try to buy local and seasonal ingredients when you can. This helps cut transport and storage emissions, and supports farmers in your region.
How was it produced? Look for fresh, minimally processed foods. If a product has a long list of chemicals and additives, chances are it’s not doing much for your health or the planet.
What do the people I vote for stand for? Support leaders and policies that protect nature, improve access to healthy food, and invest in sustainable farming.
Food security is not just about having something to eat today. It means food in your cupboards, food on the supermarket shelves when you need more, and food growing in the fields to restock those shelves at the next harvest. And if that harvest fails? It also means knowing you won’t go hungry, because there are other places to get food from.
Food security sounds straightforward, but there’s a bit more to it than first meets the eye.