Action on Sustainability in Nutrition and Dietetics

Sustainability in nutrition is now central to delivering high-quality healthcare – supporting population health while helping to tackle climate change and environmental degradation. From clinical care and community practice to hospital catering and supply chains, dietitians and nutrition professionals play a vital role in aligning nutrition, health, and Net Zero goals. However, there are limited opportunities for healthcare professionals to explore the latest science, practical strategies, policy developments, and access real-world case studies needed to confidently translate sustainability in nutrition into everyday practice.

WATCH THIS SYMPOSIUM TO:

GAIN A CLEAR UNDERSTANDING OF:

• The evidence linking food systems, dietary patterns, population health, and environmental sustainability
• The characteristics and evidence behind sustainable and plant-rich dietary patterns
• The policy landscape shaping sustainable healthcare – including Net Zero targets, NHS commitments, BDA policy and global food system initiatives
• Practical, achievable, and sustainable ways to embed environmental considerations into nutrition and dietetic practice

BE AWARE OF:

• Key nutritional considerations when implementing plant-rich and sustainable diets across the life course – including in the elderly and paediatric populations
• The purpose and importance of the NHS Green Teams
• The environmental impact of food systems, including carbon footprint, waste, plastics, and supply chains
• The balance between public health guidance and individual clinical needs
• The importance and future direction of sustainability training within the nutrition and dietetic profession
• Risks of misinformation, polarisation, and communication challenges around sustainable diets
• The practical and political challenges of delivering and discussing sustainability within healthcare settings

BE ABLE TO:

• Identify priority actions for dietitians, nutritionists, and healthcare professionals in achieving Net Zero and wider environmental targets
• Translate emerging evidence on sustainable and plant-rich diets into safe, evidence-informed practice applied appropriately to different areas of practice
• Apply practical strategies to reduce waste, optimise menus, and improve sustainability in both hospital and community settings
• Communicate confidently about sustainable nutrition with patients, colleagues, and the wider public