Default plant-based catering for council meetings & events

Default plant-based council catering addresses the significant environmental impact of animal products, which contribute disproportionately to greenhouse gas emissions, land use, and water consumption compared to plant-based alternatives. By normalizing plant-based options, this action supports reducing the overall environmental footprint of food systems and aligns with dietary shifts that can lower emissions by up to 7% and reduce land use by 39% for discretionary products, as shown by evidence on consumer behavior and production impacts.