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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!
UK sees a shift towards plant-based diets
People’s attitudes towards vegan and plant-based diets are changing, according to new research from The Vegan Society.
Ways to reduce your carbon footprint this year
These small but meaningful changes can have a big impact when it comes to reducing your carbon footprint in 2025.
Bird flu claims the life of Louisiana resident
A Louisiana resident has become the first U.S. human to die from H5N1 bird flu, raising concerns over potential human-to-human transmission.
Billboards for ‘I Could Never Go Vegan” go up in London Underground
“I Could Never Go Vegan” billboards challenge London Underground commuters to rethink their food choices.
UN climate expert says we need systemic change to fix the planet
UN climate expert Elisa Morgera calls for reform of climate summits, citing misinformation, bad faith actors, and ineffective solutions.
Ben & Jerry’s launch plant-based Bohemian Raspberry ice cream
Ben & Jerry’s is celebrating the 50th anniversary of Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody with a plant-based version of its fan-favourite raspberry ice cream.
Meet the Veganuary celebrity ambassadors
From athletes and authors, to film stars and farmers, these inspiring Veganuary ambassadors are shining examples of people thriving on a plant-based diet!
Veganuary 2025 poised to be biggest year yet
With more celebrities, cities, and businesses participating than ever before, Veganuary 2025 is off to a strong start!
Volcanic eruption could lead to “climate chaos”, say scientists
Earth faces a one-in-six chance of experiencing a massive volcanic eruption this century, scientists warn, and ‘humanity has no plan to address it.’
What will Christmas dinner look like in the future?
Christmas is a time characterized by family, food and looking to the future. But the traditional festive meal could soon start to look a bit different.
German company uses fungus to make delicious vegan cheese
Biotech company, Formo, uses fungus fermentation to create vegan cheese with a creamy, umami flavour, aiming to offer a sustainable, dairy-free alternative.
Trump’s climate denialism could mean disaster for climate scientists
Donald Trump has called climate science a “giant scam”, but climate scientists remain resilient in their commitment to science and the truth.
UK Labour Party promises no blackouts and move towards clean energy
The UK will not face blackouts under the Labour Party’s shake-up of energy supply, as Ed Miliband unveils plans to boost clean power by the end of the decade.
Certified UK salmon farms torturing fish
Drone footage exposes widespread animal abuse and suffering on certified UK salmon farms, revealing severe violations of animal welfare standards.
A guide to hosting vegans this Christmas
Catering for vegans at Christmas is a thoughtful gesture, showing you care about your loved ones while also embracing the values of compassion and inclusivity.
Supermarket refrigerators are adding to climate crisis
Major grocery chains are accelerating the climate crisis with leaking HFCs from refrigeration, urging immediate action to adopt climate-friendly alternatives.
There may be bird flu virus in your milk
The US will begin testing its national milk supply for bird flu as part of efforts to curb the virus’ spread in dairy herds.
University of Oxford recommends beans and peas for vegan protein
Beans and peas are better for health and the environment than processed meat alternatives, a University of Oxford study has found.
Asda releases Christmas range for vegans
Asda’s Christmas range for 2024 is packed with vegan options. There are 21 in total, with eight of them being new additions this year.
Research suggests social support makes going vegan easier
Making lifestyle changes, such as going vegan, can be easier when we feel supported by our friends, family, and the wider environment.
More people in the UK are opting for a plant-based Christmas
A customer survey by Tesco has revealed that more than a quarter of British households are planning to include plant-based mains in their Christmas meals this year.
The best vegan chocolates for Christmas
From Lindt to Nomo, these are some of the best vegan Christmas chocolates available for this year’s holiday season!
Tesco offers even bigger vegan Christmas range this year
Tesco has a big range on offer for vegans this Christmas. Some popular products from 2023 are available again, while some of the range is brand new for 2024.
Sainsbury’s announces 2024 festive vegan range
From penguin bao buns to a no-turkey crown, Sainsbury’s has an extensive vegan range on offer this holiday season.
Cop28 ambitious climate goals are not being met
At Cop28 countries pledged to triple the world’s renewable energy and double its energy efficiency, but in a year most are struggling to meet these goals.
Aldi announces biggest vegan Christmas range to date
Aldi UK recently launched new vegan products for Christmas 2024, including plant-based takes on turkey and pigs in blankets, making this year’s vegan festive range its largest to date.
A look at the climate crisis through graphs
These climate crisis charts track how Earth’s heating has led to rising sea levels and extreme weather – and there is no sign of emissions slowing.
Manchester hosts massive vegan Christmas festival
Manchester’s first vegan Christmas festival will offer plant-based food, drinks, ethical gifts, and live music, while supporting a local homelessness charity.
UK failing animals with lack of inspectors
With just one local authority inspector for every 878 farms in England, Scotland and Wales, the current welfare system is continuing to fail animals.
Barack Obama narrates Netflix nature show
Narrated by Barack Obama, Our Oceans is a visually stunning wildlife documentary, blending serenity with a powerful environmental message.
Denmark is making strides towards climate-friendly policy changes
Denmark’s bold agriculture policy aims to cut emissions, tackle pollution and restore nature, setting a global climate leadership example.
Huge increase in demand for vegan options at UK events
According to recent data from event booking platform Togather, requests for vegan options at UK events has skyrocketed since 2019.
Bird flu is silently spreading amongst dairy workers
A CDC report reveals hidden bird flu infections among dairy workers, with many undetected cases due to lack of PPE and close contact with infected cows.
Industrial agriculture lobbyists dominate COP29
Agribusiness lobbyists, including JBS and PepsiCo, dominate COP29, overshadowing true climate solutions.
COP29 serves meat and dairy to vegan and vegetarian attendees
COP29 faces backlash for selling mislabeled meat and dairy as vegan, despite calls for plant-based options.
US promises at COP29 uncertain
At COP29, America’s involvement is overshadowed by Trump’s desire to expand the fossil fuel industry and rescind unspent funds from the Inflation Reduction Act.
Animal cloning in the US sparks legal debate
A Montana man was sentenced for trafficking a cloned Marco Polo sheep, highlighting legal issues around animal cloning.
Denmark making headway in taxing animal agriculture to save the planet
Denmark’s new agriculture policy taxes livestock emissions, encourages nitrogen reduction and restores nature, setting a global environmental benchmark.
2024 may be hottest year ever recorded
2024 is set to be the hottest year on record, surpassing 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, signaling a climate crisis that demands urgent action.
Interview with indigenous climate activist who saved the Amazon from oil drilling
Nemonte Nenquimo is leading the fight to protect the Amazon, winning key victories for Indigenous rights and the climate.
Deadly floods in Spain signals need for change
Spain’s deadly floods is evidence of an undeniable truth: the human-caused climate crisis is just starting to pick up ferocity.
Mike Tyson invests in vegan fast-food company
Mike Tyson invests in Mr. Charlie’s, backing its global expansion of plant-based fast food with a focus on health and second-chance hiring.
We should be more concerned about the destruction of vital mangroves
Mangroves are vital climate protectors, sequestering carbon and safeguarding ecosystems, yet they’re being destroyed at an alarming rate.
Denver’s Superior Farms animal abuse exposed
Undercover footage reveals brutal abuse of lambs at Denver’s Superior Farms, contradicting claims of humane practices.
Lab-grown meat to hit UK supermarkets sooner than you think
Lab-grown meat, including steak and chicken, could be on UK shelves in the next few years as safety reviews move forward.
Pig farmers in US embracing new animal welfare laws
Many U.S. pig farmers are ditching gestation crates for more humane practices, despite industry pushback against new laws.
Most fishing vessels operate hidden from public view
Satellite tracking reveals up to 76% of fishing vessels are hidden from public view, complicating efforts to combat illegal fishing.
Our biodiversity crisis must be treated as urgently as the climate crisis
At COP16 in Colombia, experts warned we’re on the brink of a biodiversity crisis, urging immediate action to prevent ecological collapse.
Consumer choices in China do not reflect animal welfare concerns
In China, public support for animal welfare doesn’t align with consumer behavior, as many care but won’t pay extra for ethical products.
Cop16 ends with some breakthroughs, but key issues left unresolved
Cop16 fell short of what is needed to halt the crisis in the natural world, warning that governments and UN officials were not acting with the required urgency.
California’s dairy farms are being ravaged by bird flu
California is struggling to contain an increasing number of H5N1 bird flu outbreaks on dairy farms, with the high number of cattle deaths causing concern.
UN climate report downplays impact of animal agriculture on the planet
A recent UN climate report downplays the true impact of livestock on global emissions while potentially obscuring the industry’s role in the climate crisis.
Pet food brand partners with cultured pet food start-up
Friends & Family Pet Food Co. is partnering with Novel Farms to launch sustainable cultivated meat pet food for dogs and cats by 2025!
What will this year’s Biodiversity Conference (COP16) look like?
Leaders from 196 countries are meeting in Colombia for COP16 to assess progress on conservation targets, and negotiate crucial agreements for protecting nature.
US spots first H5N1 bird flu case in a pig
A pig tested positive for the H5N1 bird flu for the first time in the US, a feared development that could help the virus further evolve and put humans at risk.
UN climate report urges immediate action to halt climate catastrophe
Climate crunch time is here. We need global mobilization on a scale and pace never seen before – starting right now, before the next round of climate pledges.
West Hollywood signs the Plant Based Treaty
West Hollywood’s City Council has endorsed the Plant Based Treaty and is urging US and national governments to swap meat for more sustainable meals.
Meat production in Europe is dropping
The production of meat and the numbers of animals being farmed across Europe are on a downward trajectory, according to a new report.
Trump vs Harris on climate change and environment
It is well understood that November’s US presidential election could have dire consequences for global action on climate change.
Big ag is stifling plant-based competition
Will we allow the interests of a few powerful industries to continue to dictate our food laws, or will plant-based foods finally be granted a fair chance at success?
Lizzo abandons veganism – what can we learn from this?
Veganism is rooted in justice and compassion for animals, emphasizing the need for an evidence-based approach over celebrity endorsements.
Flesh TV intends to use art to show the sentience of animals
Flesh TV aims to redefine our relationship with the planet through art and activism, challenging anthropocentrism and promoting coexistence with all life.
Plant-based diets on the rise amongst young people, according to recent data
Meat and fish dominate US diets, but a growing flexitarian trend hints at future growth in plant-based alternatives, projected to reach $5.25 billion by 2029.
Where does Kamala Harris stand on meat and factory farming?
Kamala Harris’ actions on food and meat policies paint the picture of somebody who cares about animal welfare and is willing to implement more humane policies.
Gruppo Tonazzo stops selling meat to focus on plant-based foods
Italian food producer Gruppo Tonazzo has announced a major shift in its business strategy; it will put a stop to all meat production by the end of this year.
M&S unveils 2024 vegan Christmas range
M&S has unveiled its festive vegan Christmas range for 2024 featuring a selection of products perfect for the festive period.
UK government invests £1.6 million into cultivated meat
The UK launches Europe’s first regulatory “sandbox” for cultivated meat, facilitating the approval process for innovative food technologies.
IPCC report calls for world to address food security
With 821 million people undernourished, solutions like regenerative farming, waste reduction, and women’s empowerment are crucial for improving food security.
The latest trend ‘horse milk ice-cream’ harms horses
Horse milk ice-cream is not more ethical than traditional dairy. The last thing horses need is yet another way for humans to take advantage of them.
Brazilian judge fines slaughterhouses
A Brazilian judge fined two slaughterhouses and three ranchers $764,000 for buying cattle from a protected rainforest area, addressing Amazon deforestation.
What will happen when we pass the 1.5 degrees Celsius threshold?
There’s a 93 percent chance we’ll be heading towards a world that’s 4 degrees Celsius warmer by end of the century, a potentially catastrophic level of warming.
Where does Trump stand on animal welfare and factory farming?
Trump’s history strongly suggests that he would be much more of an ally to agribusiness and factory farmers than to animals, consumers or the environment.
IPCC report highlights urgency of dealing with climate catastrophe
The final instalment of the IPCC report reveals the urgent threats of climate change while also outlining actionable pathways to secure a sustainable future.
Lab-grown food industry could grow under new UK process
The UK’s Food Standards Agency will simplify lab-grown meat approvals, to speed up and ‘modernise’ the authorisation process for novel foods.
H&M bans down feathers
In a landmark move for ethical fashion, H&M has announced that it will no longer source new down feathers for any of its products.
Denver could be first city to ban slaughterhouses
Denver is poised to ban slaughterhouses and its success or failure could have broad implications for the animal rights movement.
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.
Vegan UGG boots are here!
The long-awaited, first-ever vegan UGG boots have launched in a collaboration between UGG and New York–based clothing label, Collina Strada.
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.
Nottingham City Council to go plant-based
Nottingham City Council has just voted to serve solely plant-based food and drink at internal meetings, becoming the ninth UK council to do so.
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.
Norway recommends plant-based diets
Norway has published updated dietary guidelines that recommend choosing mostly plant-based foods and limiting red and processed meat consumption.
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.
California’s wildfires caused by failure to deal with climate catastrophe
California’s wildfires are worsening due to a deadly mix of climate change, corporate negligence, and historic fire suppression policies.
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.
