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All the latest news about animal agriculture, climate change, vegan launches and vegan celebrity updates. If it’s happening out there, it’ll be on here!
Activists want US states to spend more on climate solutions
The Inflation Reduction Act is driving state funding for climate change policies, aiming to enhance sustainability efforts across the U.S.
Europe could face increasing climate disasters if changes are not made
Vegan brand Deliciously Ella to expand
Deliciously Ella has been acquired by Hero Group, marking a significant expansion for the vegan brand founded by Ella and Matthew Mills.
New Zealand invests in cultivated seafood
New Zealand’s government is investing in lab-grown fish and seafood research to promote sustainable food sources.
Morrisons announces their vegan Christmas range for 2024
Morrisons unveils a festive feast with its exciting new vegan Christmas range, perfect for a plant-based holiday celebration!
Extreme rain in Europe due to global heating
Researchers found global heating aggravated the four days of heavy rainfall that led to deadly floods in countries from Austria to Romania.
The National Trust proposes 50% plant-based menus
The biggest conservation charity in Europe, the National Trust, wants to go 50% plant-based to help it reach net-zero by 2030.
Food system change could reduce methane emissions
The way we eat and dispose of food play a huge role in our growing methane problem, which is why addressing this issue is crucial for a sustainable future.
Climate crisis and consumerism threaten equitable future for humanity
All of humanity could share a prosperous, equitable future but the space for development is shrinking under pressure from a wealthy minority of ultra-consumers.
Community members shut down backyard slaughterhouse
After campaigning for almost 10 years for the closure of a slaughterhouse in Georgia, community members have finally shut down the operation.
European supermarkets are encouraging shoppers to eat less meat
The new initiative, known as protein splits, aims to expand supermarket sales of plant proteins and shrink sales of meat products.
Extreme rainfall increasing risk of sewer-related illnesses
Extreme rainfall due to climate change is overwhelming wastewater treatment systems and increasing the risk of sewer-related illnesses.
Brazilian slaughterhouses ordered to pay for Amazon reforestation
In a landmark ruling, Brazilian slaughterhouses face hefty fines for illegally deforesting the Amazon, as a judge orders them to pay for reforestation.
Massive Attack calls for more environmentally-friendly music events
90s band, Massive Attack, is advocating for climate action by adopting a vegan diet and reducing their carbon footprint in their live performances.
Climate disaster ravages Brazil
This year’s unprecedented floods have destroyed vast swathes of crops, and now Brazil faces months of record wildfires.
Veal sandwich competition cancelled
A veal sandwich contest set to take place in Toronto was cancelled possibly due to animal welfare groups highlighting the industry’s cruelty.
Nutella Plant-Based is here!
Nutella Plant-Based was announced earlier this year and is now launching in Europe. Here’s what countries you can find it in, and its ingredients.
Tofu Vegan up for Uber Eats “2024 Restaurant Of The Year”
London’s vegan Chinese eatery, Tofu Vegan, has proved hugely popular with locals since opening in 2021 and now has a chance of winning £100,000 in prize money.
Could whey protein revolutionise the protein industry?
21st Bio and GRAS are advancing the future of food with US-approved precision fermentation for whey protein, redefining the protein industry.
Shake Shack’s new vegan burger making waves across Asia
The Veggie Shack burger is coming to Hong Kong and Macau, as Shake Shack continues to roll out the whole-food burger across Asia-Pacific.
EU plant-based action could assist climate-friendly transition for farmers
An EU-funded report has recognised the need to shift towards more sustainable diets, asking the EU Commission to create a plant-based action plan by 2026.
Rethinking how we finance climate change solutions can ensure greater success
Integrating gender perspectives into environmental financing is emerging as a crucial strategy for more effective climate change mitigation and adaptation.
What do Australians want in a plant-based burger?
Preliminary findings of consumers suggest that taste and texture remain a barrier with plant-based meat, while a ‘beef but better’ mindset is front and centre.
These startups are revolutionising the sugar industry
A host of startups are overhauling one of the world’s favourite ingredients by turning sugar into fibre while innovating with better-for-you substitutes.
Climate change and pollution threatening marine life worldwide
Pollution and rising temperatures are throwing aquatic ecosystems into chaos, threatening marine life worldwide.
Look and feel younger in 8 weeks on a vegan diet
Switching to a vegan diet for just eight weeks can significantly boost anti-aging benefits, a new study reveals.
Parts of Asia see extreme rise in temperatures due to global warming
August’s blistering heatwaves shattered records across Japan and China, revealing the intense grip of global warming.
The window of opportunity to save the Great Barrier Reef is closing rapidly
Climate change is accelerating the decline of the Great Barrier Reef, pushing it closer to irreversible damage.
Former poultry farm now a thriving mushroom farm
Derek Sarno transforms an old poultry farm into a thriving, sustainable mushroom facility, championing eco-friendly food production.
Meat industry greed on display as costs skyrocket
America’s largest meat producers, including Tyson and Cargill, are reportedly fixing prices. It’s one of the biggest conspiracies in corporate history.
Life in the long shadow of factory farms
Noise, smell, toxic air, chronic disease and water pollution from factory farms affect neighbouring communities first, endangering health and welfare.
Cat meat farm and slaughterhouse in Vietnam shut down
A cat meat farm and slaughterhouse in Vietnam has closed down for good after its struggling owner was offered help to exit the industry.
Word-of-mouth driving up plant-based milk sales
Word of mouth is the secret ingredient driving the success of plant-based milk, according to recent studies.
Governments are trying to ban lab-grown meat
These new proteins could be our best hope of averting catastrophe, but the livestock lobby is waging war on ‘lab-grown meat’. This is why we can’t let them win.
Impossible Foods opens pop-up restaurant in Chicago
Impossible Foods and Oatly team up to boost plant-based dining with a new restaurant venture focused on innovative, sustainable cuisine.
Plant-based meat industry could expand with government support
A new report suggests that the plant-based meat industry needs robust funding from a number of different sources – including the public sector.
Drought pushes Sicily’s farming heritage to the brink
While tourists flock to the Italian island in greater numbers, agricultural land in southern Sicily is becoming impossible to farm thanks to worsening drought.
Meat and dairy use Big Tobacco tactics to market products
Tobacco tactics are being repurposed to promote meat and dairy consumption, mirroring the industry’s strategies for maintaining market demand.
Heat-related deaths in Europe are being amplified by carbon emissions
A recent study published in Nature Medicine reveals the impact of increased temperatures across Europe, exacerbated by climate change.
Wildfires tear through Athens suburbs
Greece assesses the damage as wildfires ravage Athens suburbs, leaving a trail of destruction and prompting urgent recovery efforts.
Leading environmental groups greenwashing Big Meat’s climate impact
Some of the world’s largest green groups, including the World Wildlife Fund, are supporting the meat industry – and some even receive donations from industry.
Climate change is making pesticides more harmful to farmworkers
Climate change intensifies pesticide drift, putting farmworkers at greater risk, as the EPA faces calls for stronger protective measures.
Amazon deforestation – how we got here and what we can do
Deforestation in the Amazon rainforest is at a six-year low, but factory farming continues to drive destruction. Here’s how we got here, and what can be done.
Extreme heat at Paris Olympics due to climate change
Climate change-influenced heat is forecasted to impact at least 20 million city residents, tourists and athletes during the final days of the Paris Olympics.
Paris 2024 Olympics puts meat back on the menu
Paris 2024 was touted to be the most plant-based olympics ever. However, they reneged on this promise, showing how far we are from a viable protein transition.
Overfishing is depleting our oceans while fuelling climate change
Overfishing isn’t just depleting our oceans; it’s also fuelling climate change with its hefty emissions footprint.
Potato gelatin invention could replace animal product in candy
Potatoes are sweetening the deal with a new gelling agent that could revolutionize your vegan candy experience!
What’s on the menu at the Paris Olympics?
Take a look inside the world’s largest restaurant at the Paris Olympics, feeding over 15,000 athletes and prioritizing plant-based meals over meat.
Vegan athletes shine at Paris Olympic Games
As the Paris Olympics unfolds, vegan athletes are among the world’s elite – aiming to prove their abilities on the most prestigious stages.
Rising temperatures threaten to destroy the Great Barrier Reef
The Great Barrier Reef is facing unprecedented heat. Without rapid cuts to greenhouse gases we could witness the demise of one of the Earth’s natural wonders.
Olympians fuelled by a plant-based diet
At the 2024 Paris Olympics an unprecedented number of athletes are showcasing their peak physical capabilities, fuelled entirely by plant-based diets.
How Paris aims to host the most sustainable Olympics to date
Here are five ways the Paris 2024 organisers have laid out a cutting-edge plan, with solutions for energy, food, venues, transport and digital services.
Vegan dog food is safe, confirms British Veterinary Association
The British Veterinary Association supports vegan dog food, emphasizing its safety and benefits for pets.
Eating vegan can make you younger, according to study
Scientists have found that a vegan diet may be the solution to fighting old age, as new research suggests it can reduce biological age.
The US is facing a national wildfire crisis
Across the United States, a staggering 100 wildfires are raging, creating a national emergency and threatening communities.
Food documentary shines spotlight on healthy food access
The documentary ‘They’re Trying to Kill Us’ exposes how systemic issues are impacting health and nutrition in marginalized communities in the US.
Media silence on meat and climate impacting efforts to save the planet
Media is failing to highlight the significant climate impact of livestock farming, leaving a crucial environmental issue underrepresented.
Nitrous oxide emissions are causing climate problems
Food has a climate problem: Nitrous oxide emissions are accelerating with growing demand for fertilizer and meat – but there are solutions.
Milk could lead to more human bird flu infections
A new study finds that the bird flu virus can linger on milking equipment for up to an hour, making dairy workers particularly vulnerable to infection.
Impossible Foods ad campaign challenges idea of meat as manly
Impossible Foods’ new ad campaign champions plant-based eating with a bold message: ‘Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat’.
Climate stories that you should keep an eye on this year
Here are four big climate stories from The Alliance for Climate Protection to keep your eye on in 2024.
Are days getting longer? This study blames climate change
Analysis shows that climate change is causing the length of each day to get longer, as the mass melting of polar ice reshapes the planet.
British company launches world’s first vegan flank steak
Designed to replicate the flavours and textures of a beef flank steak, the world’s first vegan ‘flank’ steak is aid to be ‘meaty and fibrous’, with a high nutrient score.
Malibu and Oatley colab results in dairy-free Piña colada
Malibu collaborates with Oatly to unveil ‘Piña Oatlada,’ a refreshing dairy-free twist on the classic piña colada, highlighting oat milk as a key ingredient.
Chilean chef aims to reinvent the way we think about seaweed
Chile is the world’s largest producer of wild seaweed, which is mostly exported to world markets. Chef Rodolfo Guzmán wants to change this
Vegan athletes competing at the Paris 2024 Olympics
With Paris 2024 going predominantly plant-based, here are seven athletes competing at the Olympics, fuelled by a vegan diet.
Fish labelling hides harsh realities
The once-pervasive “happy cow” marketing campaign may soon find a new life with the fish industry, as we enter the era of the “happy fish.”
Wildlife killed as The Pantanal wetland burns
The Pantanal, one of the most biodiverse places on Earth and a refuge for jaguars and a host of vulnerable and endangered species, is on fire.
Hurricane Beryl fuelled by high ocean temperatures
Seawater heated by the climate crisis helped provide Hurricane Beryl with extra energy and with our warmer oceans extreme storms are more likely to happen.
Survivalist Bear Grylls criticised for encouraging meat-heavy diet
Homesteading’s dark side
Homesteading is a viral trend, but ‘butchery gone awry’ is its dark side as a growing number of backyard farmers confess they have no idea what they’re doing.
NATO criticised for greenhouse gas emissions
Researchers have warned that NATO’s military budgets are eroding the climate, producing more planet-heating pollution than some entire countries.
Give us plant-based school meals, says UK Children’s Parliament
UK Children’s Parliament members stressed the importance of sustainable plant-based school meals at an event for London Climate Action Week last week.
One third of Brits would welcome a plant-based menu in the NHS
A survey has found that a third of the British public would support a switch to a fully plant-based menu in NHS hospitals.
Vegan sponge cake served at Wimbledon
Wimbledon introduces a vegan Victoria sponge cake, offering a plant-based twist on a classic treat at the iconic tennis event.
California heatwave threatens to disrupt 4th of July celebrations
A brutal and long-lasting heatwave is threatening to wreak havoc across California this week, as sweltering conditions coincide with 4th of July celebrations.
Big dairy finds new way to mislead consumers about climate impact
A new feed additive intended to reduce methane emissions in dairy cows is now the first of its kind to be allowed for sale in the United States.
Climate change alters vegetables in the Netherlands
Climate change has led to an increase in “wonky” vegetables in the Netherlands, impacting food aesthetics and consumption patterns.
Innovative farmers find ways to produce food while healing the environment
Denmark to go ahead with carbon tax on agriculture
Denmark is going ahead with a carbon tax on agriculture – saying the legislation will be the first of its kind in the world.
Hawaii youth activists win significant settlement
The settlement, described by legal experts as historic, includes a detailed plan to fully de-carbonise Hawaii’s transportation by 2045.
Climate crisis is leading to more wildfires, scientists warn
Scientists are concerned about a dangerous cycle where wildfires contribute to more global heating, which in turn leads to additional wildfires.
“Let’s Eat Balanced” campaign receives backlash from doctors
UK doctors are urging the government to retract the ‘Let’s Eat Balanced’ campaign, which promotes meat and dairy despite conflicting scientific evidence.
Canada announces ban on open-net pen salmon farming
The aquaculture industry must phase out pen-net pen salmon farming along British Columbia’s coastline over the next five years.
Thailand may ban ‘meaty’ labels on plant-based products
Thailand has joined the list of countries proposing a ban on using meat and dairy-style names for plant-based food products.
Animals are going up in flames in barn fires
Animal agriculture thrives in secrecy, but barn fires are bringing its reality to our front doors as another reminder of the horrific cruelty in the industry.
The Humane Society wants JBS investigated
The Humane Society allege that JBS has been misleading investors about their animal welfare practices and their environmental impact.
McDonald’s UK launches vegan ice-cream
McDonald’s is testing a new vegan ice cream line in select UK locations, with a nationwide launch possible in 2025 if the trial proves successful.
Climate migrants may be left to die in extreme heat at US- Mexico border
Paris 2024 is set to be the hottest Olympic games on record
Athletes have voiced concern about the high temperatures they will be expected to compete in at the Paris Olympics this year.
Mexico’s new president, Claudia Sheinbaum, promises climate reform
Claudia Sheinbaum, a former climate scientist and Mexico City Mayor, has often led with politics over the environment.
Media fails to report on link between climate and animal agriculture
Despite overwhelming scientific research on animal agriculture as a cause of the climate crisis, there is very little media coverage on the matter.
Animal rights activists target King Charles portrait in RSPCA protest
A Wallace and Gromit image was pasted over the king’s portrait by animal rights activists in protest against RSPCA-assured farms.
UN Officials should eat vegan for the climate says Heather Mills
Heather Mills joined climate activists protesting at the Bonn Climate Conference calling on officials to sign a plant-based treaty to save the environment.
Swiss scientists invent healthy, sustainable chocolate
Swiss scientists and chocolatiers have developed a healthier and more sustainable chocolate recipe that swaps sugar for waste plant matter.
These farmers have swapped out livestock for plants
In the interest of sustainability these farmers have given up on farming animals and have taken on more sustainable projects.
50,000 Californians killed in 10 years due to wildfire smoke
More than 50,000 people have died prematurely in California over a decade due to exposure to toxic particles in wildfire smoke, according to a new study.
Plans for Jacksonville slaughterhouse withdrawn
Plans for a new Jacksonville slaughterhouse have been withdrawn after opposition from activists and residents.
Illegal meat smuggled into UK could pose major health risks
New border laws make it easier than ever for criminals to smuggle illegal meat into the UK which could spread contagious diseases.
Earth’s oceans are being pushed to extremes say scientists
New study shows that oceans are being impacted by man-made threats including extreme heating, a loss of oxygen and acidification.
EU’s meat and dairy industry has weakened and delayed climate policies
Lobbying from the meat and dairy sector has helped weaken and delay crucial climate policies in the EU, a new report shows.
Columbia bans bullfighting
Colombia’s decision to prohibit bullfighting is a momentous decision and a tremendous victory for animal rights.
Lancaster University to go 100% plant-based
Lancaster University’s Students’ Union has voted to endorse a transition to 100% plant-based catering across the campus by 2027.
Could we be turning a corner in the effort to corral climate change?
There’s a possibility that the worst of our impact on the climate might be behind us. However, the final few degrees of inflection may be the hardest.
Labour party promises to implement a “climate plan” if elected
The British labour party has made climate crisis a key part of their political campaign as voters prepare for the national election later this year.
Second human bird flu infection raises concerns
The Centre for Disease Control has reported a second case of human infection linked to an ongoing outbreak of bird flu in dairy cows.
Denmark plans to implement a carbon tax
A proposed carbon tax in Denmark could significantly lower carbon emissions, but will also alter the nature of agriculture in the county.
Study proves that dogs thrive on a vegan diet
A comprehensive peer-reviewed study has shown that dogs fed nutritionally sound vegan diets maintain health outcomes as well as dogs fed meat-based diets.
Delhi schools close as heatwave strikes city
India is used to searing summer temperatures, but the climate crisis is causing heatwaves to become longer, more frequent and more intense.
Environmentalists question Tyson Foods’ ‘climate friendly meat’
Environmentalists are criticising the USDA for approving Tyson Foods’ claim of producing ‘climate friendly’ beef for its Brazen Beef brand.
French court suspends ban on ‘meaty’ labels
In a win for the vegan meat industry a top French court has halted the banning of food items labelled with “meaty” terms.
A meat tax could save the planet, says PETA
PETA is calling for a tax on meat saying this could help reduce Americans’ skyrocketing annual health-care costs by encouraging people to eat less meat.
Extreme heat directly linked to climate change, says study
New research links extreme heat and heatwaves which have occurred in multiple places around the world directly to climate change.
Study reveals that cavemen may actually have been mostly vegan
You may have thought that cavemen were skilled hunters tackling mammoths, but the truth is Stone Age people ate a mostly vegan diet.
UK to ban livestock exports
In a landmark moment for animal welfare, a UK bill banning livestock exports for slaughter has cleared parliament.
World Bank requests subsidies for livestock farming to be redirected
The influential World Bank has has suggested a repurposing of subsidies from red meat and dairy towards lower-emission foods like fruits and vegetables
Meat industry using bogus science to avoid accusations of unsustainability
Big Meat will do anything to convince consumers their products are good for the planet with the meat industry turning climate change into red-meat politics.
JBS plans to expand cattle farming in Brazil
The mega-meat company, JBS, plans to “expand herd sizes by millions” in Brazil without proper measures to ensure environmental safety.
Floods devastate parts of Kenya as climate impact rages on
Poor countries such as Kenya are most at risk of climate disaster as they struggle to battle the man-made crisis.
Extensive study reveals plant-based diets are best for the environment
Shifting from high meat consumption to a plant-based diet drastically lowers the environmental harm linked to food production, according to a new climate study.
Meat and dairy industries actively block alt-protein industry, says study
There are various tactics that Big Meat and Dairy use to sabotage ethically produced and sustainable alternative protein brands.
Our forests are dying due to the demand for meat
The meat and dairy industry are directly linked to environmental destruction including mass deforestation that fuels climate change.
Organisers of Paris 2024 Olympic Games aim to halve climate emissions
The Paris 2024 Olympic Games are set to be the greenest in history with a slew of measurements put in place to reduce carbon emissions from the events.
Governments want to tax billionaires to fight climate change
Brazil, Germany, Spain and South Africa are calling for a 2% tax on global billionaires to help deal with impact of climate change.
US Wildlife Services are killing animals to benefit Big Ag
American taxes are funding an obscure US government program that kills millions of wild animals to benefit Big Ag.
Scientists say more animals are likely to have consciousness
Far more animals than previously thought are likely have consciousness, top scientists say in a new declaration – including fish, lobsters, octopus and even insects.
Why animal testing should be stopped
Animal testing is legally required for many of the products we use. From fragrances to painkillers, every new chemical has at one time been force-fed to animals.
Has the UN been understating the impact of animal agriculture?
New study claims that the United Nations has been distorting information to decrease public blame towards animal agriculture for climate crisis.
Dairy farms in the UK are in breach of pollution regulations
The unacceptable pollution levels caused by the UK dairy industry is not dissimilar to the current UK sewage pollution crisis.
Climate change causing “extreme heat stress” in Europe
Due to climate change, Europeans are suffering with unprecedented heat during the day and uncomfortable warmth at night.
Europe’s biggest pork producer admits to greenwashing
Danish Crown, Europe’s biggest pork producer, has admitted to violating marketing law and greenwashing with its “climate-friendly” label.
The lawsuit against big meat company, JBS, explained
The world’s largest beef producer, JBS, is being accused of false advertising by New York State’s Attorney General, Letitia James. Here’s why.
Belfast City Council endorses Plant Based Treaty
Belfast has become the first city in Ireland to endorse a Plant Based Treaty to promote the shift to more healthy and sustainable food choices.
Exotic skins and feathers banned at Copenhagen Fashion Week
In a move praised by animal advocates, Copenhagen Fashion Week has set a precedent by banning exotic skins and feathers from its catwalk.
Huge rise in temperatures could spell disaster for the Antarctic
Rising temperatures threaten to destroy entire ecosystems in the Antarctic as wildlife suffer the impact of human made disaster.
Swiss senior women win landmark climate case at Europe’s highest court
The European Court of Human Rights ruled that the Swiss government had failed to meet its own targets for cutting emissions.
US poultry farms on the rise
Due to America’s appetite for chicken, the number of poultry farms in the United States is rising – which is bad news for animals and the environment.
Oppenheimer star, Cillian Murphy, ditches meat
Cillian Murphy, the winner of the Academy Award for Best Actor at the 2024 Oscars for his starring role in Oppenheimer, has adopted a plant-based diet.
Vegan chef, Kirk Haworth, wins Great British Menu 2024
Kirk Haworth, a vegan chef and co-founder and chef of London restaurant Plates, has won the Great British Menu series 19 ‘Champion of Champions’ 2024 title.
World Bank facing criticism over livestock funding
The World Bank’s private sector is facing calls from climate and animal rights campaigners to phase out its financial support to industrial livestock farming.
Pamela Anderson to release plant-based cookbook
Pamela Anderson is releasing a vegan cookbook. I Love You: Recipes From The Heart will be a “lifestyle cookbook” of “updated, plant-based family recipes”.
Senator Cory Booker is on a mission to change the food system
Booker is a longtime advocate for reforming agricultural systems, particularly factory farming, to create a more equitable food system for people and animals.
Global consultancy, PwC, warns of world food crisis
Global accountancy and consultancy firm PwC is not known for alarmism, so it is concerning that it has added its voice to the concern about food production.
Dutch police arrest climate activist Greta Thunberg in the Hague
Climate activist and founder of Fridays for Future, Greta Thunberg, is arrested twice by Dutch police as she protests fossil fuels.
Congress asks Biden to increase plant-based food options at federal facilities
An open letter written to President Joe Biden by 55 Congress members highlights the need for more plant-based food options.
Yale Law School paper predicts better litigation against the livestock industry
The meat and dairy industries are destroying the planet – are there ways to use to law to stop them? A Yale Law School paper explores the possibilities.
Drones are proving invaluable for animal rights campaigners
Drones are proving ‘beyond effective’ for activists monitoring illegal fishing, hunting and deforestation – as well as keeping tabs on zoos and aquariums.
How cultivated chicken measures up environmentally
Cultivated meat is undoubtedly the future of food. Here’s how cultivated chicken measures up environmentally when compared to chicken.
EU making meat artificially cheap with subsidies
The vast majority of EU farming subsidies go to animal agriculture rather than crop production despite climate change and an unsustainable food system.
Global deforestation continues at an alarming rate
Despite major progress in Brazil and Colombia, deforestation led by farming continues at rate of 10 football pitches a minute.
Your coconut milk may have involved abused monkeys
Planning a plant-based coconut-based dish? Sadly some coconut milk brands have been selling products made using the forced labor of captive monkeys.
Reducing cattle ranching is critical for tackling climate change
Reducing cattle ranching and restoring native ecoystems is a simple, cost-effective and scientifically sound way to turn back the clock on global warming.
Fears for a ‘chocolate meltdown’ as cocoa crops hit by climate crisis
Experts say the global shortage of cocoa is explained by interconnected factors, including climate-related weather.
‘Free-range’ egg farms found keeping chickens in appalling conditions
‘Free-range’ egg farms have been stripped of their RSPCA Assured status after an undercover investigation found hens living in ‘appalling’ conditions.
Why is the UN avoiding addressing meat as a cause of climate change?
The UN Food and Agriculture Organisation has been criticised for its lack of action on the topic of animal agriculture when it comes to climate change solutions.
There are fewer than 360 North Atlantic right whales remaining in the ocean
Climate change, coupled with boat strikes, might wipe out all living right whales if something is not done urgently.
The stratospheric polar vortex and climate change
This winter has seen significant activity in the stratospheric polar vortex – the powerful cyclonic winds circling the North Pole high in the atmosphere.
UN Climate Plan fails to tackle emissions from meat and dairy
At COP28, the UN Food and Agriculture Organization released their Climate Plan, but left out our food system’s biggest emitter – meat and dairy products.
Lab-grown meat for cats to hit British supermarkets
Lab-grown ‘meat’ will hit British supermarket shelves for the first time in the coming months – but cats will be the first to feast on the new eco-friendly product.
Climate change could be a deciding factor in the 2024 election
Concern about climate change has had a significant effect on voters’ choices in the past and it appears most voters would prefer a climate-conscious candidate.
Revo Foods unveils plant-based octopus, using fungi protein
Austrian startup Revo Foods announced a “culinary innovation” with what it describes as the world’s first plant-based alternative to octopus tentacles.
Global agrifood tech funding down by 50%
The global agrifood tech financial landscape remains grim, with funding in the sector down by 49.2% from 2022-23 – the lowest it has been in six years.
Companies that are upcycling food waste
Could upcycled food help save the planet? With nearly 40% of all food grown annually in the US going unsold or uneaten, these companies are getting salty about food waste.
‘I Could Never Go Vegan’ at cinemas in April 2024
Described as “the vegan documentary we’ve all been waiting for”, I Could Never Go Vegan is being released in cinemas in April 2024.
Tesco reports rising demand for meat-free products
Tesco has announced the ‘return of the plant-based’ shopper, saying consumers are buying more meat-free items again.
These farmers are leaving factory farming behind
Meet the farmers who have turned from livestock factory farming to crops in order to avoid the financial pitfalls and thorny ethics of industrial agriculture.
TIME Magazine’s Top GreenTech Companies of 2024
TIME Magazine together with Statista, recently unveiled America’s Top GreenTech Companies in 2024, recognising 250 firms leading the change in sustainability and environmental stewardship.
New York Attorney is suing the world’s biggest meat company
Meat company JBS said it’ll reach net zero emissions by 2040, but a New York Attorney has deemed their misleading promises serious enough to take the JBS to court.
Carbon-neutral Jigsaw Farms in Australia can no longer offset its emissions
Jigsaw Farms, west of Melbourne, was held up by the red meat sector as a vision of the future, but is now emitting more greenhouse gases than it can sequester.
University students in the Netherlands want more plant-based catering
Students at the Universities of Amsterdam, Utrecht, Wageningen and others are campaigning for their institutions to transition towards plant-based catering.
These countries are leading the way in plant-based food policies
Many governments around the globe are finally starting to lean towards a more sustainable, plant-based future. Here are 7 countries making significant strides.
Deforestation in the Amazon is falling under Brazil’s new president
Lula pledged to crack down on deforestation in the Amazon rainforest once again, and after his first year in office, he’s made good on that promise.
Paris 2024 Olympics will be more plant-based than ever
The Paris 2024 Olympics looks set to double the amount of plant-based food consumed compared to previous years.
February set to break a record number of heatwaves
Humanity is on a trajectory to experience the hottest February in recorded history as the planet warms at an accelerating rate.
Farm animals stranded on livestock ships
Hundreds of thousands of cattle and sheep on livestock ships could be at risk of an uncertain future from ongoing hostilities in the Red Sea region.
Vegan flavour market gaining momentum
There is a growing demand for vegan-friendly options in the world of flavours due to the increasing awareness of health benefits associated with plant-based diets.
Lowest number of pigs slaughtered in the UK in 2023
Fewer pigs were killed for food in 2023 than any year in the past decade and this reduction is part of a longer-term downwards trend in demand for meat.
These top vegan cities in the US are poised to become Blue Zones
These top vegan food cities in the United States are poised to become the next Blue Zones due to their availability of plant-based foods, levels of physical activity and community engagement.
25 cities around the world have signed the Plant-Based Treaty
The Plant-Based Treaty, which aims to address our food system’s impacts on climate change, has seen endorsements from major cities, including Los Angeles, Edinburgh and Amsterdam.
Vegan Yorkshire puddings launch in the UK
Vegans can now enjoy a Sunday roast with all the classic trimmings as ‘amazing’ vegan Yorkshire puddings finally hit the UK.
“You are what you eat” highlights perks of going vegan
“You Are What You Eat” shows how going vegan can lead to heightened sexual drive, reduced risk of heart disease, and an increase in life expectancy.
Oatly introduces new Organic Barista Oat milk
Oatmilk producer Oatly has launched Organic Barista Oat Milk, aimed towards hot drink lovers who want a non-dairy option.
City of Amsterdam endorses Plant-Based Treaty
Amsterdam has become the first capital city in the EU to endorse calls for a global Plant-Based Treaty which proposes shifting towards a more plant-based diet.
Guardian readers answer what would happen if the whole world went vegan
In a long-running series in which readers answer other readers’ questions, Guardian readers give their opinion of what would happen to farm animals if the world went vegan.
Vegan chocolate makes its way into the Oscars giftbags
Guests at the Oscars this year will receive a giftbag containing vegan luxury chocolate made by Scottish company Fetcha Chocolates.
Armored Fresh Oat Milk Cheddar Cheese now at Bareburger
Armored Fresh launches zero-dairy cheddar cheese in collaboration with fast-food restaurant Bareburger.
George Monbiot on how the meat industry feeds us misinformation
George Monbiot discusses how to take no prisoners when it comes to taking on the meat industry and its lobby in this not-to-be-missed interview.
Blink-182 drummer, Travis Barker, is a vegan icon
Here’s everything you need to know about Blink-182’s drummer, Travis Barker, and his commitment to accelerating the vegan movement.
British newspapers mostly portray plant-based living positively
A new study aimed to learn how UK newspapers portrayed plant-based living between the years 2010 and 2022.
8 top vegan hip-hop artists explain why they ditched meat
From Will .i. am to Mya, these top hip-hop artists have decided to quit meat and dairy and adopt a sustainable diet.
Ditching meat would dramatically improve our air quality
Air quality could improve if more people stopped eating meat, which in turn would result in 200 000 fewer deaths globally.
Travelling in 2024? Here are the top 10 vegan-friendly cities
After releasing the top 10 best vegan restaurants, the HappyCow app has announced its list of the top vegan-friendly cities in the world, with London and Berlin once again leading the way.
Oxford Literary Festival goes vegan for 2024
The Oxford Literary Festival will be hosting a number of events discussing veganism this year – and all festival dinners throughout the week will be vegan.
1.1 million people in the UK became vegan in 2023
The number of vegans in the UK exploded in 2023, research suggests, with 1.1 million more people living a fully animal-free lifestyle than a year earlier.
The Body Shop is now 100 percent vegan!
After 50 years of its existence championing cruelty-free cosmetics, The Body Shop has finally removed ingredients such as honey and lanolin from its product range in its mission to become fully vegan.
Climate activist Chris Packham hires bodyguard
Environmentalist and outspoken climate activist Chris Packman has had to hire a body guard amidst threats to his life and his family.
Climate change causing chaos for nature in the UK
The loss of predictable weather patterns due to climate change is “causing chaos” for nature, according to the UK National Trust.
Doomsday clock warns of a global catastrophe
Scientists have announced that the Doomsday Clock is still 90 seconds away from striking 12 – the closest it has ever been.
Record number of participants expected for Veganuary 2024
The 10th annual Veganuary delivers support for plant-based eating and projects a record number of world-wide participants.
Veganuary 2024 is here!
Veganuary 2024 brings a delicious wave of nationwide collaborations and specials, with restaurants and brands unveiling new vegan menu items and promotions.
We could reach climate tipping points within a decade, says professor
If we continue the way we are going, we could reach a point of no return for climate catastrophe within a decade.
Veganuary 2024: driving a global change to a compassionate lifestyle
Veganuary, a global non-profit organization that encourages people worldwide to try vegan for January and beyond is gearing up for their highly anticipated 2024 campaign.
Consumers deterred by ‘plant-based’ labelling
According to a recent study many consumers are more likely to buy plant-based food if it is not labelled as such.
COP28 head tries to defend climate denialist comments
After defending the fossil fuel industry, head of COP28 Sultan al-Jaber was immediately met with criticism from global environmentalists.
Call for opposition to the building of the Dakota Access Pipeline
Building the Dakota Access Pipeline could endanger the health and safety of hundreds of people, and impact water sovereignty in the region.
Concerns over the meat industry’s overuse of antibiotics
The meat industry’s use of antibiotics could be disastrous for the future of human health as the threat of antibiotic resistance nears.
‘Chicken Run’ sequel aims to change consumer minds about factory farming
Chicken Run sequel ‘Dawn of the Nugget’ will hit cinemas this week with the aim of shining a light on the brutality of factory farming.
Study finds nearly a million meat misinformation posts on social media
An analysis of posts on social media has shown how pro-meat and dairy posts are driving a misinformation campaign against climate-friendly food.
Study finds way to boost plant-based sales
Using more attractive names to describe plant-based products can encourage consumers to choose plant-based protein over meat.
Australia is hiding the true extent of its climate change contributions
The unwillingness of the Australian government to be transparent on climate data undermines global efforts to deal with climate crisis.
COP28 president, Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, defends fossil fuels
Despite overwhelming evidence to show impact of fossil fuels on climate, COP28 president, Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, claims there is “no science” to support phasing out fossil fuels.
Leaders Declaration on Food Systems, Agriculture and Climate Action signed at COP28
The Leaders Declaration on Food Systems, Agriculture and Climate Action signed at COP28, marks a commitment to cut carbon emissions in the global food system.
COP28 to dedicate a day to food and agriculture
A full day will be dedicated to food and agriculture – a first for any COP – and the United Arab Emirates host has said the event will be a “game-changer for food systems.”
António Guterres urges COP28 delegates to act immediately
“We are living through climate collapse in real time,” the UN secretary-general, António Guterres, has told Cop28 delegates in Dubai.
Biden invests $196M in agriculture, but ignores sustainability
President Joe Biden has thrown money behind encouraging agricultural projects, but has shown no interest in highlighting sustainability.
Plans to present meat as sustainable at COP28
Big Meat intends to go ‘full force’ in arguing meat is beneficial to the environment at COP28, including a communications plan to get a pro-meat message heard by policymakers.
Dishing up plant-based food at COP28
With two-thirds of the summit’s gastronomic offerings being a feast of plant-based delights, this year sees catering aligning with climate-friendly principles.
Plant-based proteins have the potential to reduce meat consumption
Research suggests that replacing 50% of our meat and dairy intake with plant-based alternatives can halt deforestation and double climate benefits.
A brief overview of COP28
Much hinges on the COP28 climate summit. Here’s a quick rundown of this crucial event being held in Dubai from 30 November to 12 December 2023.
More people predicted to go vegan in 2024 than ever before
Trend predictors have forecasted that 2024 will be the most vegan year yet – as in, more people will become vegan next year than in any other year in history.
Climate crisis funding is only 5-10% of what is needed says UN
The world is “woefully” underprepared for the escalating impacts of the climate crisis hitting billions of people across the globe, a UN report has warned.
Texas bans climate change books in schools
The state of Texas school board has banned seven books on climate change in schools for critiquing the fossil fuel industry.
Some ultra-processed foods carry no major health risk, says study
Concerns over ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are sometimes a deterrent to vegan alternatives, but a new study shows some ultra-processed foods might not be so bad for us after all.
Antonio Guterres urges robust action on climate catastrophe
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres raises call to action on climate change noting that governments are simply not doing enough.
Ohly’s yeast extracts an effective alternative for creating plant-based products
Ohly breaks down how their yeast-based flavour solutions can contribute to the creation of delicious plant-based alternatives.
Caviar continues to threaten endangered species
Researchers have found that almost half of all caviar is being procured from wild sturgeon despite this being illegal.
Elon Musk allegedly lied to Neuralink investors about animal welfare
Elon Musk might be investigated for fraud after it was alleged that he misled investors on the lethal nature of experimentation on monkeys.
Moby’s new music video shines light on the horror of the meat industry
Long-time vegan and musician, Moby, has released a heart-wrenching music video in criticism of the meat industry’s brutality to animals.
UN says that carbon-cutting policies are inadequate
According to a new UN report, today’s carbon-cutting policies are so inadequate that 3°C of heating would be reached this century.
Agriculture’s impact on climate change to be in spotlight at COP28
A key subject of discussion at COP28, being held in the UAE from 30 November 2023, will be agriculture and how its impact on climate change can be reduced.
South Korea plans to end dog meat by 2027
South Korea is introducing a ban on dog meat consumption. If the bill passes the legislature before the year-end, the ban would come into full effect in 2027.
Plant-based experts to join 2024 nominating panel for Earthshot Prize
Major environmental initiative, the Earthshot Prize, founded by Prince William, has invited plant-based experts to be Official Nominators for the 2024 awards.
Study confirms a plant-based diet can reverse type 2 diabetes
A new study published in the American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine confirms a whole-food, plant-based eating pattern can successfully reverse type 2 diabetes.
How climate change is changing animals
Scientists have noted in changes in animal behaviour along with the brains and nervous systems of animals adjusting due to climate change.
The US is warming faster than global average, says report
A 32-chapter report by scientists indicates that at the rate that US temperatures are rising a climate disaster will occur every three weeks.
Eating red meat increases your risk of type 2 diabetes
Eating red meat regularly can increase your chances of being diagnosed with diabetes by up to 62%, shows study.
GB News spreading disinformation about climate change
New data shows that most of the ‘news’ broadcast on GB News purposefully reports inaccurately on the climate crisis.
What is no-kill caviar, and is it possible?
Sturgeon are one of the most critically endangered species on the planet due to overfishing and poaching for the illegal trade in wild-caught caviar and meat.
The impact of your roast turkey dinner
Roast turkey is often on the dinner table at major holidays. But this reliance on turkey meat is costly – for ourselves, the birds, and the planet.
American PMI Foods is fuelling deforestation in Brazil
China is the world’s biggest importer of beef from Brazil and PMI Foods has been a major beneficiary of the beef trade between Brazil and China.
U.S. Virgin Islands impacted by polluted tap water
Prince William arrives in Singapore for third annual Earthshot Prize
Prince William was given a rock star welcome by hundreds of adoring fans in Singapore as he arrived on the island for the the third annual Earthshot Prize.
World response to climate change inadequate, says UN report
According to a report by the United Nations, the world’s response to climate change and impending disaster is falling far short of what is needed.
UK imports of beef, soy and oil are driving deforestation
Despite COP26 promises to lower emissions, the UK continues to import products that drive deforestation and contribute to climate change.
5 myths about your turkey dinner
Serving a turkey holiday dinner is so common, it might as well be as American as apple pie. Yet turkey wasn’t always synonymous with holiday dinners. Here are the facts.
Documentary celebrates 10 years of Veganuary
Launched in 2013, Veganuary has been a huge success. Now a new film, It’ll Never Catch On: The Veganuary Story” is set to celebrate its 10-year anniversary.
Could cigarette-style warnings on food labels cut meat consumption?
Food labels – similar to those on cigarette packets – could help consumers make wiser choices about not just their health, but the health of the planet.
The beef industry is turning the Amazon forest to dust
The beef industry is the biggest driver of Amazon deforestation and Brazil’s beef industry now has a bigger carbon footprint than Japan.
Canada needs to address its Big Oil problem
Canada has spent enormous amounts of time and money fighting devastating wildfires, now its time they deal with their fossil fuels.
Climate denialism continues to build while scientists receive threats
Disinformation and conspiracy theory is the order of the day as right-wingers and the media encourage distrust of climate science.
Scientists could help marine reserves adjust to rising temperatures
Marine reserves are currently not equipped to deal with the impact of the changing planet, but scientists might know a way to save them.