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Why this action matters
Backed by researchReducing meat consumption and shifting towards plant-based diets can significantly lower greenhouse gas emissions and land use, as evidenced by studies showing potential reductions of up to 61% in emissions and the removal of ~8.1 billion metric tons of CO2 equivalent over 100 years through vegetation regrowth. These dietary changes contribute to the food system transition by mitigating climate change impacts and promoting more sustainable resource use.
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What this action would change
Backed by researchThe action itself
Funds and delivers cooking skill programmes in community settings that teach plant-based food preparation, enabling residents to cook plant-based meals confidently and economically.
What it would change in the UK
In the UK, such programmes can reduce reliance on animal-based foods, which are associated with higher greenhouse gas emissions and land use, thereby contributing to national climate targets and improving public health through increased consumption of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
What it would change worldwide
UK community programmes that build plant-based cooking skills contribute to a global shift towards more sustainable diets, reducing the environmental burden of food production and supporting biodiversity by decreasing demand for resource-intensive animal agriculture.
Where national politics stands
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The research behind it
Published research about food and farming as a whole, not this action in particular
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