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We need a fundamental transformation of the food system if we are to feed more than nine billion people sustainably and nutritiously.
Unilever has invested $94 million in an innovation center in a bid to
create sustainable foods and packaging.
Researchers at the Foods Innovation Centre - which is based at Wageningen
University & Research (WUR) in the Netherlands - will focus on plant-based
food and meat alternatives, as well as sustainable food packaging, efficient
crops, and nutritious foods.
Sustainable building
Food innovation programs for Unilever-owned brands including The Vegetarian
Butcher and Hellmann's will be led at the facility, which is known as
'Hive'.
Hive, according to Unilever, is energy-neutral and rated 'Outstanding' by
the Dutch BREEAM assessment body for environmental performance. It is one of
the most sustainable multifunctional buildings in the world.
'Fundamental transformation'
"We need a fundamental transformation of the food system if we are to feed
more than nine billion people sustainably and nutritiously," Alan Jope, CEO
of Unilever, said.
"Malnutrition, obesity, climate change, and food waste are issues that can
only be addressed if we work in partnership to accelerate technology and
innovation.
"Having a global research and development center in Wageningen will
enable us to do exactly this."
'Very unique taste experiences'
"We are thrilled about the idea of cooperation and direct knowledge
exchange," said Manfred Aben, Vice President R&D and Head of the Foods
Innovation Centre at Unilever.
"Having the resources and expertise of Symrise located right at our site
enables us to work even better together on the transformational journey
towards a food system that is better for you and for the planet.
"It's a first proof point of how we envisage working together with partners
in an ecosystem. Consumers can look forward to very unique taste
experiences."
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