On Tuesday 4th November, Sustainability Council visited the Science Museum to explore a fascinating exhibition about how food must change to protect our planet.
The exhibition invited the children to think about one central question: how does our food go from field to plate? Through interactive displays and real-world examples, the Council discovered how food production has evolved, from traditional farming methods of the past, to the complex global supply chains we rely on today.
The children learned how advances in ecology and biotechnology are shaping the future of food, with innovations such as lab-grown meat, vertical farming and sustainable packaging offering new ways to reduce our environmental impact. The exhibition highlighted the vital role that science plays in creating more sustainable ways of growing, making, cooking and eating food.
It was an inspiring day that left everyone thinking deeply about the choices we make every day and how small changes in what we eat can help build a greener, healthier future for our planet.
Here’s what some of our Sustainability Council members say:
Tyler (Year 6): “Did you know that McDonalds’ chicken nuggets are made from 60% corn?”
Aubrey (Year 5): “It’s very interesting that there is corn in Coca Cola, fireworks, toothpaste and paracetamol.”
Aarit (Year 5): “If food is sold in smaller portions, people would just take what they need and not waste any.”
Benjy (Year 4): ” We should eat smaller amounts of food so we can have more people on the planet. We shouldn’t throw food to waste.”
Deedee (Year 4): “I hope the future of food is eco-friendly and good for everyone’s health, as well as plants and animals.”
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