FOOD SUSTAINABILITY FOUNDATIONS COURSE

Transform your knowledge in 30 days and become your company’s leading voice in
food sustainability.

ARE YOU A  FOOD INDUSTRY PROFESSIONAL WHO IS…

  • Struggling to localise your global food strategy?

 

  • Uncertain about the right sustainability practices to start with first?

 

  • Lacking credibility in communicating food sustainability to your customers and investors?



INTRODUCING THE FUTURE GREEN FOOD SUSTAINABILITY FOUNDATIONS COURSE:  

You need to expand your knowledge, develop your plan, and take action with tried and tested guides, templates, strategies, and 1:1 support from industry experts.

We will demystify sustainability if you wondering….

  • Are paper towels more sustainable than electric dryers? 
  • Are PLA compostables really that eco friendly choice for packaging? 
  • Is aquaculture really more sustainable than wild caught seafood?
  • Does a vegetarian diet really mean a lower carbon footprint?

and much more.

WHO IT’S FOR

Food professionals looking to enhance their sustainability credentials.

BENEFITS

  • Comprehensive Knowledge of Sustainable Practices
  • Enhanced Credibility and Influence
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Practical Tools and Resources
  • Accredited Professional Development
  • Guided Expert Support

WHAT YOU GET…

  • 12 Future Green toolkits for specialist areas. 
  • 13 practical templates to quickly adapt to changes. 
  • 3 quizzes to test your knowledge and understanding.
  • Cheat sheet with 25+ international standards.
  • CPD certification with 3 credits.
  • 4 group coaching sessions 
  • Online community with recorded sessions for easy recall.

WHAT ARE THE RISKS OF NOT DEVELOPING YOUR SUSTAINABILITY KNOWLEDGE?

Food professionals 

DON’T DO THIS..

  • Miss a career opportunity in an area you are passionate about due to a lack of knowledge and confidence
  • Greenwash your customers with siloed thinking e.g. calling local food low carbon food
  • Following misguided advice e.g. procuring low carbon seafood but ignoring the biodiversity and ethical risk factors
  • Running a food waste programme with the wrong messaging resulting in losses
  • Buying PLA when there are no facilities in your area to manage the end of life

“The course was extremely useful and well-rounded for those less familiar with sustainability or its application to the food industry. I learned practical actions a food business can take to become more sustainable.”

Keilem Ng, General Manager – Sustainability, Link REIT



MEET YOUR TRAINER

My background is in food policy, marketing, and food service. I’m also an enthusiastic Workshopper (AJ&Smart Sprint Method) – a great tool for aligning teams around prioritising challenges. My company Future Green consults with food businesses and runs a membership programme in Hong Kong, supporting over 50 members each month. I also have 5000+ hours of training and workshopping experience to ensure learning is an enjoyable and memorable experience.



Module 1

Food Sustainability Introduction
I will introduce the course and its features to you broadly before going more in depth.
  • The Food Sustainability Sprint Method
  • Introduction to Sustainability
  • Why sustainability matters

Module 2

Sourcing sustainably
I will help you identify ‘sustainable’ food sources like meat, dry goods, seafood and local and seasonal options. Sounds like a mouthful challenge? Not to worry, there are plenty of standards and certifications to help you make sustainable choices, such as Rainforest Alliance and MSC/ASC/IUCN.
  • Regenerative Farming
  • Fairly Traded Goods
  • Sustainable Seafood

Module 3

Social responsibility
This is where I help you understand the challenges businesses face and how you can support your community and workforce by offering healthy and nutritious food through a sustainable approach. Another win-win to note; I will help you avoid greenwash with responsible marketing.
  • Mental Health at Work
  • Slavery in Supply Chains
  • Sustainable Menus and Responsible Marketing to Avoid Greenwashing

Module 4

Environmental Sustainability
I’ll show you how the industry minimises impact on the environment, promotes regenerative agriculture, identifies deforestation-free commodities and protects natural resources. You can become an environmental warrior through managing your waste and conserving water!
  • Waste Management
  • Water Management
  • Energy Efficiency
  • Food and Carbon Emissions

“Heidi’s Food Sustainability Course is very well structured and informative.”

Simeon Cheng, Group Director, Vitasoy International



Okay, you have three options:

1. Stick to your current approach and see no change.

2. Go it alone and risk greenwashing your stakeholders.

3. Join our Food Sustainability Foundations Course, lead your organisation’s sustainability efforts,

and connect with a community of like-minded peers.

Are we doing this?

 

Don’t miss out on the chance to transform your career and your company’s sustainability practices.



FAQs

1) Is this a recognised course?

Yes, this course is fully accredited and provides a recognised certification in food sustainability.

2) What credentials do I receive upon completion?

An accredited CPD certificate.

3) How does this course propel my professional growth?

Networking opportunities, becoming a go-to expert, and increased prospects for career advancement.

4) What key advantages will I gain?

Expertise, influence, and career progression.

5) Can this course be offered on-site?

Yes, we offer tailored in-house training sessions.

6) Is there a train-the-trainer program?

Yes, contact us at hello@futuregreen.global for details.