Nachhaltigkeit in der Lebensmittel-Wertschöpfungskette
: Potenziale und Herausforderungen im Kontext des European Green Deal

  • Tobias Habring

Student thesis: Master's Thesis

Abstract

This work addresses the opportunities and challenges of the sustainable transformation of the food value chain in the context of the European Green Deal. The motivation behind this study lies in the urgent need to make the entire food value chain more ecologically sustainable in order to meet global climate goals. The central issue focuses on how the EU can contribute to promoting sustainability in the food industry through regulatory measures such as the European Green Deal, and what consequences these measures have for the stakeholders involved. The methodological approach of this work is based on a hermeneutic-interpretive literature review. Current scientific publications, case studies, and reports from international institutions were analyzed to gain a comprehensive understanding of the topic. The work examines the key elements of the European Green Deal relevant to the food value chain, such as the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), the Farm to Fork Strategy, the Biodiversity Strategy, the Circular Economy Action Plan, and the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). These regulations and strategies are analyzed and discussed in terms of their impacts on the food value chain, including ecological and economic aspects. The results of the work show that the regulatory requirements of the European Green Deal bring both significant opportunities and challenges for the food value chain. On the one hand, the measures offer opportunities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, promote sustainable agriculture, and reduce food waste. On the other hand, companies face challenges in implementing these measures, such as technological, financial, or societal limitations. The research also shows that successful partnerships within the value chain, characterized by strategic orientation, long-term cooperation, and effective risk management, are crucial to achieving the set sustainability goals. In conclusion, it is noted that the sustainable transformation of the food value chain can only be successfully implemented through close cooperation among all stakeholders, including policymakers, companies, and consumers. The European Green Deal provides an important basis but requires global efforts to achieve the ambitious climate goals. The work emphasizes the need for continuous adaptation and innovation to overcome long-term ecological and economic challenges and to ensure a sustainable future.
Date of Award2024
Original languageGerman (Austria)
SupervisorDaniela Kroiß (Supervisor)

Cite this

'