This report is structured around a brief overview of the key problem areas which local authorities looking to procure more sustainable catering services find themselves faced with. For each problem area, we have put forward a range of ideas and practical solutions that have been tried by different cities and schools across Europe. More in-depth case studies look at eco-innovative approaches being taken to the procurement of school catering services in Turin (Italy), Copenhagen (Denmark), Malmö (Sweden) and East Ayrshire (UK).

A brief selection of research, reports and practical tools which may help shed more light on each topic is also included at the end of this report. For those who wish to find out about a given topic in more depth, the resource inventory provides further information on research, policies, case studies and eco-innovative solutions that are currently available on the market to provide ideas and inspiration.

This collection of good practice cases seeks to assist public procurement professionals in conducting effective market engagement. They aim to increase confidence in conducting market engagement activities, and provide evidence in how effective these activities can be.

This free online tool developed for public procurers helping them to implement socially and environmentally responsible procurement. There are a variety of sources, links and tools based on the phases of the procurement process.(in German only)

The LANDMARK video contains interviews with key stakeholders across Europe along with informative animations. It focuses on the need for verifying social criteria throughout the supply chain and how this can and has been achieved in practice.

This workbook is a free, publicly available document offering practical guidance to help suppliers all around the world to understand what ‘good practice’ looks like when working towards Ethical Trading Initiative (ETI) and other Code requirements. The Workbook also offers advice on how you can reach these requirements.

Wage levels are an issue of concern across the globe as individuals, companies and governments wrestle with how wages paid to workers relate to costs of living, corporate and national competitiveness, profitability and broader macroeconomic trends and challenges.