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"You will die but the carbon will not; its career does not end with you. It will return to the soil, and there a plant may take it up again in time, sending it once more on a cycle of plant and animal life."
Jacob Bronowski, Polish-British mathematician and philosopher
Carbon is a crucial part of the human constitution and everything around us in our beloved planet. Carbon is not only an essential element of life but also gastronomy. To highlight this, Science Gallery Bengaluru is organizing an intriguing food festival titled Namma Ooota, where visitors will embark on an enthralling and delicious journey through the world of carbon. The festival aims to complement Science Bengaluru's upcoming exhibition season focused on carbon by highlighting the adaptability of carbon in the culinary arts and its journey from soil to soil.
Food systems globally produce a greater amount of waste than numerous industries combined. This necessitates a change in our approach to designing these systems, starting from their origin to their consumption and eventual breakdown. The only way to make a significant impact on a large scale is by challenging conventional design thinking throughout the entire process. The festival's objective is to foster discussions and partnerships among all the participants involved in the food system. It encourages everyone to come together and envision a new and improved future for food systems.
The festival aims to delve into the topic of carbon and its relationship with our food systems through the following themes:
I. Carbon's Impact on Farming: This theme will focus on understanding the crucial role of carbon in maintaining soil health, carbon sequestration, and implementing sustainable farming practices.
II. Carbon's Influence on Cooking: This theme will explore various carbonized cooking methods, such as grilling, roasting, and smoking. Attendees can witness live cooking demonstrations at interactive stalls and participate in hands-on workshops.
III. Carbon's Role in Lifestyle: This theme aims to promote low carbon businesses and introduce attendees to sustainable home and kitchen essentials from some of Bangalore's finest sustainable businesses. Sessions on home composting and living a low carbon life may also be included.
Event Highlights:
I. Interactive workshops will be conducted by experts in various fields like coffee, mycelium, wheat, and rice, focusing on the intricate relationship between carbon and food systems. These workshops will provide attendees with an opportunity to learn from industry professionals.
II. Marketplace stalls will offer farm-fresh produce, local organic essentials, and sustainable lifestyle products. By supporting these businesses, attendees can contribute to the reduction of carbon footprint.
III. Carbon-neutral initiatives: The festival is dedicated to reducing its carbon footprint through carbon-neutral initiatives. These initiatives include eco-friendly practices like composting, waste reduction, and sustainable sourcing. Attendees can also learn how to incorporate these practices into their own lives and businesses.
Namma Ooota
Date: April 6-7, 2024
Venue: Science Gallery Bengaluru
