4. Improved access to healthy recreational options and food
Green city
The Green Deal's goal for environmental and climate affairs.
Reykjavík City aims to improve access to healthy outdoor activities and food by 2030. The focus is on public health and increased urban farming.
- The City protects drinking water, which is essential for all food production
- Air quality and water quality in the sea and freshwater are safeguarded as the foundation for all outdoor activities
- Various forms of exercise and outdoor activities are supported alongside the development of green areas
- Food production and consumption have become more sustainable, and food waste has decreased
- Access to and availability of vegetarian food and low-carbon footprint food have improved
Actions under the goal
| Action name | Status | Completion | Updated | Departments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean related outdoor activities | Completed | 2023 | January 2024 | Department of Environment & Planning |
| Training of institutional chefs in primary schools and preschools | Completed | 2022 | January 2023 | Department of Education & Youth |
| Health labels on shopping lists for cafeterias | In progress | 2025 | January 2024 | Department of Education & Youth |
| Development of a 6 week menu | Completed | 2022 | January 2023 | Department of Education & Youth |
| Kitchen management system tender | In progress | 2024 | January 2024 |
Environmental goals
- 1. Reduction in greenhouse gas emissions | Green Deal Carbon-neutral city by 2040 and adaptation to climate change in an eco-friendly manner.
- 2. Increased carbon sequestration and enhancement of green areas | Green Deal Increased cultivation, utilization, and connection between green spaces.
- 3. The City is adapted to the impacts of climate change | Green Deal Combating climate change and adapting to it.
- 4. Improved access to healthy outdoor recreational options and food | Green Deal Emphasis on public health objectives and increased urban living.
- 5. Sustainable transportation | Green Deal Investment in transport infrastructure based on green and diverse principles.