Plastic in the Food Chain: Can we do without it?

What are the implications of plastic in the food chain? Is it good for our health or the environment? Find out from our expert panel.About this event

Most of our food comes packed in plastic. But should it? Plastic keeps food fresh but can cause environmental problems. Are more sustainable manufacturing and recycling processes possible?

Are there alternatives to plastic? What are the health risks associated with the use of plastic to wrap food? Is plastic essential to reducing food waste?

Our expert panel will talk about the issues and answer your questions.

Our panel:

Dr Lili Jia (Institute for Manufacturing, University of Cambridge)

Bryony Rothwell (RECAP)

Claire Hughes (Sainsbury's)

Dr Michel Cassart (PlasticsEurope)

Chair: Dr Claire Barlow (Department of Engineering, University of Cambridge)

Register at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/plastic-in-the-food-chain-can-we-do-without-it-tickets-152875979169

This event is organised by Cambridge Global Food Security and Energy Transitions @Cambridge IRCs, supported by #AnnualFoodAgenda, an EIT Food project.