Launch Event of new EASAC Report "Meat Alternatives"

As Europe is confronted with growing challenges related to public health, food security, and environmental sustainability, the role of meat alternatives is gaining policy attention. EASAC’s latest report offers a science-based analysis of the nutritional, environmental, technological, and regulatory dimensions of meat alternatives in Europe.

The event will bring together scientists, policymakers, and stakeholders to present key findings and engage in a forward-looking discussion on how to align meat alternatives with Europe’s sustainability and health goals.
 

Date: Thursday, 4 September 2025
Start: 12:00 CEST in-person and 12:30 CEST online
End: 15:00 CEST in-person and 14:30 CEST online
Place: Palais des Académies, Rue Ducale 1, 1000 Brussels and online

Register for in-person or online participation here: 
https://easac-events.eu/event/meat-alternatives

Seats are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. The event will be livestreamed on our YouTube channel – please register for online participation to receive a reminder.

Programme:
12:00 – Sandwich lunch
12:30 – Opening remarks and presentation of report findings | Start of online stream
13:00 – Panel debate and open discussion
14:30 – Coffee and networking | End of online stream
15:00 – Close of meeting

Speakers and Panellists:
Welcome by Wim van Saarloos | EASAC President
● Giuseppina Luvará | European Commission, DG Research
● Irina Popescu | BEUC, European Consumers’ Association
● Rosa Castro | former Director of the Biosciences and Public Health programme, EASAC
● Hanna Tuomisto (TBC) | Member, EASAC Working Group on Meat Alternatives
● Bert Rima (Moderator) | Co-Chair, EASAC Working Group on Meat Alternatives

(Additional speakers to be confirmed)

The event is open to policymakers, scientists, industry representatives, and other interested stakeholders. We look forward to your participation!

Join us as we bring together experts and stakeholders to engage in a forward-looking discussion on how to align meat alternatives with Europe’s sustainability and health goals.