Panel Discussion│Biting into Deforestation: The Unseen Price of Chocolate
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Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on the intricate relationship between deforestation and cocoa production. Our panel of experts from politics, research, cocoa farming, companies, and NGOs will explore the impact of the new EU Deforestation Regulation, Switzerland's role in promoting sustainable practices, and the post-colonial context of responsibility. We will also examine the crucial role of consumers in driving change.
Panelists:
Antonie Fountain (moderation), Managing Director of the Voice Network; Issifu Issaka, Cocoa Farmer Expert; Elvira Zingg, Head of Supplier Development Gebana; Dr. Christian Andres, Staff of Professorship ETH Zürich, sustainable cocoa production systems.
Venue: Hall
Language: English
Duration: 45 min
Price: inclusive in admission
