Regional Science Policy & Practice (RSPP)

Call for Papers Special Issue: Cities Shaping Sustainable Food Systems

Guest editors

Eveline Van Leeuwen - Wageningen University, Wageningen, Netherlands; This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

Carina Castagna - Wageningen University, Wageningen, Netherlands; This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

The Amsterdam institute for Advanced metropolitan Solutions (AMS Institute) is excited to announce a special issue in the Regional Science, Policy & Practice (RSPP) journal. RSPP will publish a selection of papers from AMS Institute Conference focusing on the crucial role of cities in leading the transition towards sustainable food systems.

Background:

Cities, as hubs of food networks and resources, are pivotal in leading the transition towards sustainable food systems. Urban food systems, shaped by economic, spatial, and cultural dynamics, offer unique opportunities for sustainability  transitions. This special issue aims to explore urban food challenges and the role of cities in sustainable local and global food systems.

Focus Areas:

• Social implications of food access, distribution, and consumption in cities
• Cultural influences shaping food practices and preferences in urban environments
• Economic dynamics influencing urban food systems
• The circular economy approach and its relevance to urban food sustainability
• Innovative strategies for mitigating food waste and enhancing byproduct utilization
• Promoting food justice and equity within urban communities

Submission Guidelines:

Authors are invited to submit original research articles and reviews, that contribute to the understanding of urban food systems and sustainability transitions. Manuscripts should adhere to the journal's formatting and submission guidelines.

Deadline:

The deadline for manuscript submissions is 31/12/2024. 

Manuscript submission information:

All submissions must be original and may not be under review elsewhere. All manuscripts will be submitted via the Regional Science Policy & Practice online submission system (https://www.editorialmanager.com/rspp/). Authors should indicate in the cover letter that the paper is submitted for consideration for publication in this special issue “Cities Shaping Sustainable Food Systems”, otherwise, your submission will be handled as a regular manuscript.

We look forward to receiving your submissions and engaging in insightful discussions on this pressing issue. https://reinventingthecity24.dryfta.com/index.php