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We are thrilled to announce the launch of a groundbreaking project aimed at investigating the impacts of Geographical Indications (GIs) in terms of sustainability and their contribution to sustainable development. The project, titled “GI-SMART”, has been selected under the Horizon Europe call for proposals “HORIZON-CL6-2023-COMMUNITIES: Investigating the contribution of geographical Read more…

Mountains are not just geographical features; they are vibrant ecosystems, cultural treasures, and economic hubs. As we stand at the precipice of climate change, it’s imperative to equip mountain communities with the tools and knowledge they need to thrive sustainably. The European MOVING Spring School 2024, set to take place Read more…

Origin for Sustainability (O4S), is offering two internship opportunities for 2024 that align with their commitment to advancing sustainability through research and collaborative partnerships. 1- Internship Offer: “NICE” Project – Nutrition in Secondary Cities Context of the Research: The “NICE” project, a collaboration with ETH Zurich, addresses the challenges posed Read more…

In a world where climate change is reshaping landscapes and societal values are evolving, the harmonious coexistence of tradition and innovation becomes paramount. The International Conference on “Climate Change and New Societal Expectations: Agroecological Transition within Geographical Indications” is poised to be a pivotal event aimed at navigating this delicate Read more…

The ODT Forum is proud to announce that it has become a founding member of the new “Académie du Goût” launched by the Fondation suisse du Goût. This new initiative aims to promote sustainable agriculture and food production in Switzerland by bringing together urban and rural areas to develop collaborative Read more…

The International Mountain Conference took place on October 19, 2023, in Saignelégier, Switzerland. The conference brought together 197 participants in-person (74%) and virtually (26%) from 38 different countries across Europe, America, Africa, and Asia. Among the participants, 50% were from the academic field, and the rest were mainly from research Read more…

Mountains are an integral part of the Mediterranean region and provide livelihoods for local populations as well as for others who are dependent on them. However, the climate crisis has altered the capacity of mountain areas to produce wealth, goods, and livelihoods. As a result, it is necessary to rethink Read more…

Master thesis: Foresight analysis of the value chain of Tête de Moine PDO cheese. Desired profile Currently in or finishing graduate studies Fluency in French, English (meetings with European partners), optional Spanish Taste for field research Commitment to agriculture and climate issues Analytical and writing skills About the MOVING project Read more…

Research internship: value chain field study – Origin for Sustainability Association Desired profile Master level Good command of French and English (Spanish optional) Good research skills Competencies in statistics (experience in R or STATA would be appreciated) Good synthesis and writing skills Interest in themes associated with product and terroir Read more…

Presentation The ODT Forum is a community of knowledge and practice, bringing together a wide range of actors from all over the world (territorial actors, academics, politicians, researchers, etc.), all committed to new ways of thinking and doing development, where identity, quality and biological and cultural diversities are catalysts of Read more…