The Re-Breading project aimed to integrate sustainability in baking and education, focusing on: 1) Infusing Artisan Baking Virtues: Promoting sustainable, healthy baking among professionals and educators. 2) Reducing Food Waste: Equipping bakers with skills to become "green" agents, focusing on waste minimization and local sourcing. 3) Providing Scientific Insights: Offering knowledge on how different materials and techniques impact bread's nutritional value and quality. 4) Fostering a Community: Creating a network for sharing best practices and enhancing collective knowledge across local, regional, and European levels. 5) Raising Awareness in Education: Integrating sustainability into VET curricula to influence future generations of bakers. 6) Developing an Online Platform: Establishing a digital hub for disseminating knowledge and aligning educational content with market needs. 7) Influencing Consumer Habits: Educating the public on sustainable consumption and the benefits of local, nutritious bakery products. These objectives sought to cultivate a sustainable, informed baking industry from production to consumption.
The ReBreading project (https://rebreading.eu) was initiated to address significant needs in line with the Horizontal Priority of Environment and fight against climate change, particularly the reduction of food waste within the EU's Farm to Fork strategy, part of the European Green Deal. Recognizing that food waste contributes substantially to EU emissions, the project aimed to provide new and future bread-making professionals with the necessary tools, know-how, and incentives to engage in sustainable practices. These included reducing food waste, collaborating with local farmers/millers, utilizing plastic-free packaging, and adopting sustainable methods in their work environments. This initiative sought not only to make the bread-making sector more environmentally friendly but also to contribute to healthier and more nutritious bread production options, supporting VET providers in adapting their training to meet green and digital transitions in the labor market.