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The relationship between the human right to a healthy environment and the right to food

Publication Date
September 2021
Type
  • Briefings
Topic
  • Right to a healthy environment
Synopsis

This briefing explores the relationship between the human right to a healthy environment and the right to food. One of the defining features of the right to a healthy environment is healthy and sustainably produced food. The right to food, as well as being an equalities and health issue, is also an environmental issue. Incorporation of both rights has the potential to transform policy choices towards a fairer, healthier, and more sustainable food system for everyone.

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