Carlo Petrini, the founder of the Slow Food movement advocating for sustainable food practices and local cuisine, has died at the age of 76 in his hometown in the Piedmont region of northwestern Italy. His organization hailed him as a visionary leader dedicated to the common good and environmental sustainability.

• 01Carlo Petrini founded the Slow Food movement, which promotes sustainable food production.
• 02He passed away on Friday in his hometown in the Piedmont region of Italy.
• 03Slow Food described him as a public intellectual committed to human relationships and the natural world.
• 04Petrini's work emphasized the importance of traditional cuisine and local food systems.
• 05His advocacy has influenced global discussions on food sustainability and ethics.

Petrini's passing may lead to increased recognition of the Slow Food movement and its principles.