In recent years, platforms like YugoHrana have emerged as promising tools in the fight against food waste. Based in the Balkans, YugoHrana connects restaurants, bakeries, and stores with surplus food to users who can buy that food at a discount. At first glance, this seems like a win-win: less food ends up in landfills, and … Continue reading When waste becomes a business: what platforms like YugoHrana reveal about the food system
Introducing HTTPS: Our Complementary Initiative for Human, Tech, and Policy Transitions
We’re excited to announce that ARETE Institute for Sustainable Prosperity has launched a complementary initiative: HTTPS – Human, Tech & Policy Transitions! While ARETE remains committed to critical, interdisciplinary research at the intersection of technology, governance, and economic justice, HTTPS was founded to engage more directly with policy, advocacy, and applied projects—with a special focus … Continue reading Introducing HTTPS: Our Complementary Initiative for Human, Tech, and Policy Transitions
New resource available: free preschool nutrition manual in three languages
We’re excited to announce the release of a new educational manual designed to support preschool staff in promoting healthy eating habits among young children. This comprehensive guide, now available for free download, is offered in English, Macedonian, and Albanian. Early childhood is a crucial stage of development, where balanced nutrition plays a key role in … Continue reading New resource available: free preschool nutrition manual in three languages
Interactive Visions: Embracing Climate Justice in the Digital Age
The ARETE Institute for Sustainable Prosperity is thrilled to introduce Interactive Visions: Climate Justice in the Digital Age, an interactive publication that showcases selected submissions from students and researchers worldwide. This collection bridges scientific insights with personal stories to reveal how climate change impacts communities differently. Through videos, paintings, eco-poetry, animations, and visual essays, Interactive … Continue reading Interactive Visions: Embracing Climate Justice in the Digital Age
Exploring Ajvar: The ARETE Institute’s Ethnographic Film Journey
In a world where rapid industrialization often overshadows cultural traditions, the ARETE Institute for Sustainable Prosperity is dedicated to preserving and innovating cultural heritage. We collaborated on a 25-minute documentary titled "Kruha i Ajvara (Pepper to the People)", which highlights our commitment to promoting cultural heritage and sustainability. This film, a collaborative effort of Klara … Continue reading Exploring Ajvar: The ARETE Institute’s Ethnographic Film Journey
ARETE PRESS CLIPPING – May, 2024
This month, we're thrilled to spotlight our Living Lab kick-off, which garnered extensive media coverage. Dive into the latest trends and key developments, featuring the innovative strides from our Living Lab. Stay informed and inspired with our curated selection of impactful stories and notable achievements!
Interactive Visions Call for participantsÂ
Climate Justice in the Digital Age A Pioneering Initiative by the SHiFT COST Action In an era where climate change poses one of the greatest challenges to our global community, the SHiFT COST Action proudly announces the Climate Justice Call for participants. This is a call to action for thinkers, innovators, and leaders – students … Continue reading Interactive Visions Call for participantsÂ
The Nexus Between Land Use, Climate Change and Food Sustainability
Image source: Rod Long on Unsplash Welcome to the second blog post of our series on the relationship between our food and climate. In the intricate game of our planet's survival, the way we use land is key, and is closely connected to both climate change and food sustainability. Understanding this connection is vital as we navigate an … Continue reading The Nexus Between Land Use, Climate Change and Food Sustainability
Methane-Reducing Feed Additives in Livestock Production for Ruminants
Disclaimer: We are pleased to repost the following blog post, originally published on FEAST’s Knowledge Corner, which explores the intricate relationship between food systems and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The blog doesn’t represent the view of the FEAST consortium, it is the view of the authors only. We encourage our readers to delve into this … Continue reading Methane-Reducing Feed Additives in Livestock Production for Ruminants
Arete and Eduland Join Forces to Enhance Nutritional Practices in Macedonian Kindergartens
In December 2023, Arete took a significant step towards promoting healthier lifestyles for children in Macedonia by signing a memorandum of understanding with Eduland, an esteemed NGO, partner organisation of UNICEF comprising preschool educators. This collaboration marks the beginning of a journey aimed at revolutionizing nutritional practices in Macedonian kindergartens. Supported by UNICEF and the … Continue reading Arete and Eduland Join Forces to Enhance Nutritional Practices in Macedonian Kindergartens
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