Catering contract specifications require plant-based default options and minimum plant-based share

Shifting food provision toward plant-based diets is supported by evidence showing that high consumption of animal-based foods is associated with greater environmental impact, including higher greenhouse gas emissions and land use, while plant-based diets can reduce these impacts. Studies also indicate that plant-based diets are linked to lower diet-related mortality, reinforcing the public health and environmental benefits of prioritizing plant-based options in food contracts and default choices.