During winter, a kilo of tomatoes releases ten times as much CO2 in a heated greenhouse as the same amount from seasonal cultivation.
Most vegetables are now available all year round regardless of season or origin. It should be noted that this has an immediate influence on the climate balance of the individual food. Regionality and seasonality are two of the simplest factors that can be taken into account in order to keep the climate footprint when buying vegetables as low as possible. In addition, organic farming has a more positive climate impact than conventionally grown foods due to the lower use of pesticides.
In addition, the climate balance of each vegetable includes the yield per area, the type of packaging and the means of transport.
Supermarkets offer a variety of products in abundance. This makes it difficult for consumers to keep track of how to shop seasonally, regionally and sustainably.
The “vegetable season” Calendar is intended to help consumers make their purchase decisions. On the one hand, it shows which vegetables are available at which seasons, and on the other hand, the climate balance of the individual vegetables is considered.
