Non Alcoholic Wine as a vehicle of Innovation and Value for Agri-food Training and Education

The WINOVATE project aims to promote alcohol-free wine and beverage culture, technology and practices among younger generations, while contributing to the environment and the fight against climate...

The WINOVATE project aims to promote alcohol-free wine and beverage culture, technology and practices among younger generations, while contributing to the environment and the fight against climate change. Alcohol-free wine production generally uses more eco-conscious resources than traditional methods, supporting sustainability goals. The project focuses on adapting vocational education and training to labour market needs by equipping agrarian and cooking teachers and students with relevant, labour market oriented skills in a growing sector. Through structured, publicly available learning materials and hands-on training, WINOVATE fosters innovation in vocational education and training. Teachers and students had the opportunity to explore modern technologies related to alcohol-free wine production, strengthening their competencies and improving employability. By aligning education with market trends and promoting healthier, eco-conscious consumption habits, the project responds to both environmental and economic challenges in the wine and food industry. European Politics - Special attention was also given to the European wine and agricultural policy with an increasing focus on alcohol free products.

Introducing non-alcoholic wine production to educators and students supports environmental sustainability and the fight against climate change. The production of non-alcoholic wines often involves the use of sustainable technologies and connected with eco-friendly production aspects, which can lead to lower environmental impact compared to traditional winemaking methods. By engaging students and teachers in this field of innovative beverage production, knowledge about these sustainable practices can be disseminated more widely, contributing to innovation in vocational education and training. The project aligns education with labor market needs, especially in sectors focused on sustainability and innovation. Promoting alcohol-free wine options also encourages healthier, habits. The project strengthens the social dimension by promoting responsible, non-alcohol-consuming youth, a key focus for INNOPOLIS, which mainly works with young people. This shift can indirectly reduce the ecological footprint of production processes, contributing to broader environmental goals. Integrating non-alcoholic wine production into educational curricula enhances industry relevance and fosters innovation crucial for tackling climate change.

Non-alcoholic wine micro-MOOCs; Winovate Training Platform; Winovate Business Incubator; Student Innovation Showcase – WINOVATE Business Incubator Results; Best practise map