Shaping the Future of Food: Reflecting on Feed the Planet’s Impact in 2024-2025
Earlier this month, team members from Worldchefs, the Electrolux Food Foundation, AIESEC, and Griffith Foods gathered for Feed the Planet’s annual strategic meeting—a meaningful opportunity to reflect on our collective achievements and set the course for the future.
Reflecting on a Year of Impact
Since our last gathering, the initiative has continued to grow and evolve. As always, our collaboration has delivered impactful results. In under a year, we’ve reached significant milestones together.
Closing out 2024 on a high note, Feed the Planet was honored with second place in the prestigious LIFE Climate Smart Chefs Award 2023–24 for Best Non-Profit Initiative—recognition of our pioneering work in educating chefs and promoting sustainable food practices around the world.
In early 2025, we welcomed Shonah Chalmers as the new Chair of the Feed the Planet Committee. A passionate advocate for sustainability and a dedicated culinary educator, Shonah has been part of the committee since 2016 and brings both experience and vision to the role.
“Each year, coming together with all our Feed the Planet partners is a powerful reminder of the impact we can achieve through collaboration. From empowering individuals with job-ready skills to reducing food waste and uplifting local communities, our shared commitment continues to grow stronger. I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve accomplished and energized for what lies ahead as we work together to reshape the future of food.”
Shonah Chalmers, Worldchefs Feed the Planet Committee Chairman
February saw the launch of the Sustainability Education for Culinary Professionals course in Arabic—a major step toward making essential training more accessible for tens of thousands of Arabic-speaking chefs globally.
June was marked by two major milestones in collaboration and advocacy. First, Worldchefs joined forces with the World Food Forum (WFF) Youth Initiative for Sustainable Gastronomy Week 2025. Chefs aged 18 to 39 were called to take the lead in championing sustainable sourcing, zero-waste practices, energy-efficient cooking, and climate-friendly ingredients during this global celebration. Meet the young chefs and restaurants making an impact in this year’s Sustainable Gastronomy Week here!
A special shoutout to Elisha Kesici, Richard Perez Kombo, and Jasper Jek from the Worldchefs Young Chefs Club for their inspiring participation!
Secondly, our digital event, Sustainably Sourced: Science & Seafood, which highlighted chefs’ vital role in protecting oceans and promoting sustainable seafood, was officially accredited by the United Nations as an official side event of the 2025 UN Ocean Conference.
A Legacy in the Making
The Feed the Planet program was founded by Worldchefs in 2012, and since we joined forces with the Electrolux Food Foundation and AIESEC in 2016, we have:
- Changed over 1,600 lives through our Like a Chef training program across Sweden, Poland, Russia, Ukraine, Egypt, South Africa, Brazil, St. Lucia and Argentina.
- Educated over 14,000 chefs through our innovative Sustainability Education for Culinary Professionals free course.
- Inspired over 206,000 children to make better food choices for themselves and the planet through our Food Heroes educational workshop.
- Reached over 200,000,0000 people across the globe to raise awareness around food sustainability
“It was inspiring to come together once again with our partners for the Feed the Planet meeting. Every time we connect, it reaffirms the strength of our shared commitment to use the power of food to drive positive change. This partnership with Worldchefs is more than a collaboration — it’s a growing movement, where chefs are not just cooking, but leading the way in education, sustainability, and social impact.”
Cosimo Scarano, Head of Electrolux Food Foundation
Get Involved with Feed the Planet
Why take action?
Every year, 1.3 billion tonnes of food is wasted while 795 million people are undernourished. Meanwhile, One of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions are caused by the food sector. We must take action every day for a better future, and our plates are an important place to do it.
We have a lot of work to do, but don’t be discouraged. Be excited by the new discoveries, the forgotten joys, the inspiring power you wield as an individual, and the extraordinary potential of a community inspired.
How to take action?
🎓 Become a Sustainability Education Trainer
Inspire the next generation of chefs! Share your knowledge and experience with culinary students and professionals. As an approved Trainer, you’ll gain full access to course materials and join a global network of sustainability leaders. 👉 Apply now
👩🍳 Host a Food Heroes Workshop
Help children build healthy eating habits while learning how food choices impact the planet. The Food Heroes toolkit makes it easy with engaging activities, videos, workbooks, and certificates to reward young learners. 👉 Learn more
📘 Take the Sustainability Education Course
Lead by example in your kitchen, school, or community. This free course will deepen your understanding of food systems and climate action—while boosting your credentials. 👉 Sign up for free
🌍 Attend a Webcast or Training
Connect with global experts, gain insights on emerging issues, and learn practical solutions. 👉 Watch our webcasts
🤝 Join Your Local Chef Association’s Sustainability Movement
Support community projects, collaborate with peers, and drive change where it matters most—locally.
🥦 Start a Zero Food Waste Campaign
Whether at home, in the kitchen, or across your organization—track waste, reduce it, and educate others.
🌿 Promote Sustainable Sourcing
Choose ingredients that are local, seasonal, and ethically sourced to support both people and the planet.
👧 Involve Youth
Host school talks, cooking demos, or Food Heroes games to empower young minds to care about food and sustainability.
Learn more about our programs and how to get involved today.
