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Why this action matters
Backed by researchA dedicated transition programme is justified because climate risks affect every part of the food chain, as evidenced by the significant reduction in GHG emissions and land use achievable through shifts to plant-based diets, which can lower annual emissions by up to 10.4 billion metric tons of CO2 eq and reduce land use by 39% on average. Resilience requires coordinated changes across the system, as highlighted by the need for integrated monitoring, consumer awareness, and policy incentives to drive sustainable dietary and production practices.
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What this action would change
Backed by researchThe action itself
Creating a dedicated institutional unit with staff, budget, and mandate to implement a plant-based food transition strategy ensures focused, long-term planning and execution of dietary shifts across public services and procurement.
What it would change in the UK
In the UK, this action would align with evidence showing that plant-based diets, such as vegetarian and vegan patterns, reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 83% and lower land use by up to 79% compared to omnivorous diets, improving public health outcomes and reducing the environmental footprint of food systems.
What it would change worldwide
By establishing this infrastructure, the UK contributes to a global movement of sub-national governments adopting plant-based food strategies, accelerating the pace of national and international policy reforms that are critical for achieving climate and biodiversity targets, as demonstrated by modeling studies showing significant reductions in land and water use with such dietary shifts.
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