As part of the European Climate Pact Climate Action Days, a hands-on workshop titled 'Table to Zero: Climate Action Day' brought together families, children and young people in Limassol to explore how everyday cooking habits can support climate action.
The event was organised by Climate Pact Ambassador Penelope Vasquez Hadjilyra in collaboration with Zero Waste Alliance Cyprus and Karolina’s Brunch Club from the Karolina Book Series and hosted at Agno Zero Waste Grocery.
Held on the eve of the International Day of Zero Waste (30 March), with this year’s focus on food waste, the workshop raised awareness of its environmental and economic impact while promoting practical, everyday solutions.
Around 20 participants took part in an interactive session combining discussion, demonstration and hands-on learning. They explored the link between food waste and carbon emissions and saw how daily food choices affect climate change. The workshop focused on practical habits. Participants selected ingredients directly from the store and learned to measure quantities accurately to reduce waste. They then prepared fresh homemade pasta using simple, locally inspired ingredients, reinforcing the value of cooking from scratch. Beyond cooking, the session introduced sustainable waste management practices. Participants learned about home composting and observed composting worms up close, gaining a clear understanding of how organic waste can be turned into a useful resource instead of being discarded.
Commenting on the initiative, Climate Pact Ambassador Penelope Vasquez Hadjilyra said, “When we bring people together and they see how simple it is to reduce food waste in their own kitchen, they are far more likely to change their habits. Small, practical steps can lead to immediate impact.”
The initiative aligns with the objectives of the European Climate Pact, which encourages citizens to take meaningful action towards climate neutrality. By focusing on food, a core part of daily life, the workshop showed how climate action can start at home. At the end of the session, participants committed to one practical change to reduce food waste in their daily routines. These commitments, along with shared insights, will support continued community engagement and future initiatives. The event demonstrated that small changes in how people shop, cook and manage food can reduce waste, lower costs and cut carbon emissions.
For more information on the European Climate Pact, visit: European Climate Pact.
