The 2030 goals of the European Green Deal and UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are crucial for our collective future. This manifesto serves as a vital guide for policymakers in the European Parliament and the European Commission, offering actionable recommendations and data-driven policy initiatives to steer Europe towards a sustainable future.
The European Vegetarian Union has compiled the largest survey of its kind, collecting answers from over 50 political parties across Europe on where they stand on plant-based policy issues. Click here to read & download the report.
EVU works toward greater recognition of vegetarian issues in policy decisions. We support and represent our members on the European level.
EU Commission fails to deliver balance on the Vision for Agriculture and Food Press Release: The European Commission published its Vision for Agriculture and Food.
About EVU Are you passionate about food system transformation? Are you interested in plant-based policy solutions in this transformation? Then join us at the European
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Brussels – 17/01/2025 The “veggie burger ban” saga continues in France with another devastating blow dealt to the government proposing the restrictions. In October the
The European Vegetarian Union (EVU) is the umbrella organisation of vegan and vegetarian associations and societies throughout Europe. Its main areas of focus are health, nutrition, consumer protection, sustainability and environmental issues.
The EVU is the voice of the growing number of Europeans shifting towards a more plant-based diet. As such, we advocate for a favourable food environment that makes it easier to choose more plant-based foods and dishes.
Through membership in the International Vegetarian Union the EVU is an active part of the worldwide community.
Find our full list of EVU-Members here.
President
Vienna / Austria
Vice President
Berlin / Germany
General Secretary
Copenhagen / Denmark
Treasurer
Vienna / Austria
Board Member
Winterthur / Switzerland
Board Member
Zürich / Switzerland
Board Member
Bulgaria / Germany
Board Member
Luxembourg
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Board Member
Alcoy / Spain
