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Why this action matters
Backed by researchTransitioning to plant-based diets can significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions, land use, and water consumption, as evidenced by multiple studies showing up to 83% reductions in GHGE for vegan diets compared to omnivorous diets. This shift supports the food system transition by mitigating environmental impacts and promoting sustainable resource use, particularly in high-income countries where dietary patterns have the greatest ecological footprint.
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What this action would change
Backed by researchThe action itself
Establishing a formal, funded Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) programme with quantified targets for carbon sequestration, biodiversity improvement, and flood risk reduction through the restoration and protection of natural habitats directly integrates ecological restoration into climate action frameworks.
What it would change in the UK
In the UK, embedding nature recovery in council climate planning would reduce emissions by leveraging natural carbon sinks such as peatlands and woodlands, which are estimated to sequester significant amounts of CO2 annually, while also improving public health through enhanced air quality and increased access to green spaces.
What it would change worldwide
UK leadership in formalizing and funding NBS contributes to global climate resilience by setting a precedent for municipal-scale adaptation strategies, which are highlighted in IPCC reports and can be replicated in other regions facing similar environmental challenges.
Where national politics stands
Nothing recorded yetWhat councils have decided (54)
Supporting — 24
Opposing — 1
Mentioned / neutral — 29
The research behind it
Published research about food and farming as a whole, not this action in particular
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