Installation of 'Green Meal Bars' Allowing Vegetarian Options in 76 Schools in Seoul

Budget Support of 2 Million Won per School

On the 22nd, at the cafeteria of Seongwon Elementary School in Mapo-gu, Seoul, ahead of the school reopening, officials are wiping down the droplet barrier screens. Photo by Mun Ho-nam munonam@

[Asia Economy Reporter Han Jinju] The Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education announced on the 19th that it will install 'Green Meal Bars' that offer students the option of vegetarian meals in 76 schools.

The Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education has been promoting the installation of Green Meal Bars that enable the operation of a vegetarian choice system to strengthen food education and enhance the educational environment.

In April, the Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education called for applications from schools to install Green Meal Bars. After screening, 76 schools (45 elementary schools, 14 middle schools, 12 high schools, and 5 special schools) were selected, and budget allocation and operational consulting were completed.

Schools installing Green Meal Bars will receive a budget of 2 million KRW per school. The budget can be used for installation costs, operational expenses, vegetable purchases, and labor costs related to the Green Meal Bars.

The School Health Promotion Institute plans to increase students' familiarity with vegetables and provide opportunities for consumption, and furthermore, to promote vegetarian values by organizing research clubs for nutrition teachers.

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