EatMe, I'm low carbon!
Analysis of the dissemination od the term "ecological footprint" and its influence on decision making when purchasing groceries
EatMe at "acatech am Dienstag"!
We are happy to announce that we are planning an event in cooperation with acatech. In this context, we will have the opportunity to discuss changes in the food industry with Prof. Hofmann, main coordinator of the project FoodConnects which is being funded with up to 400 Mio. Euro by the EIT. Additionally we are looking forward to present the first prototype of our project work. The event is going to take place on Tuesday, July 18th in the evening at acatech's site at the Karolinenplatz. We would be pleased to see some of you there. Stay tuned for further information about registration on this site.
Our Goal
The first goal of our project consists of achieving a better understanding of the dissemination of the term "ecological footprint" and its influence on consumers' deciosion-making when grocery-shopping. To this end, we conduct a survey that will hopefully shed light on those aspects. Based on the results we will look for ways to further disseminate knowledge about the concept and/or improve the supply of related information. We are doing all this, because or thesis is: "Better informed consumers will choose their food more consciusly."
The Team
Philip Böhm (23)
Course of studies: M.Sc. Chemistry
"I am delighted for the opportunity to think outside the box of my area of studies and to work together with motivated students in a interdisciplinary surrounding at a project that maybe increases the awareness for our environment."
Fabio Bove (23)
Course of studies: M.Sc. Computer Science
"Sustainability is a most important issue to me. I want to seize this opportunity and put my hands to good using my skills and competences for achieving positive change."
Linus Huss (23)
Course of studies: M.Sc. Forest and Wood Science
"Combining my background with completely diverse characters while pursuing a common goal: eating more environment-friendly - before all means fun!"
Paul Thillen (21)
Course of studies: B.Sc. Computer Science
"I love tasty food. I'm also worried about the climate change having a negative impact on the quality of living of many people on earth. What I like about "EatMe. I'm low carbon." is the idea of transparently presenting the product CO2 footprint and hereby help the customer in his decision process."
Johannes Wüllenweber (21)
Course of studies: B.Sc. Physics and B.Sc. Engineering Science
"For me our project is the ideal opportunity to connect science and engineering to sustainable development, which is an idea highly relevant for today’s society."