climate crisis

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 on diet and emissions. The most extensive study of its kind to date,…
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Recent data indicate that dining decisions are increasingly causing stress for younger Americans, with nearly one-third experiencing 'menu anxiety' when ordering at restaurants. A study of 2,000 adults revealed that 41 percent of…
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More than 160 NGOs are urging President Biden to issue an Executive Order that encourages cafeterias in federal facilities to prioritize healthy, plant-based food. The NGOs emphasize that this commitment acknowledges the federal…
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A mere 7 percent of climate-related articles referenced livestock farming and its effects on climate change were scarcely discussed, says a new report. There is a persistent gap between the conclusions of scientific research and public…
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From the “world's largest” popular Hack events including ClimateHack and FoodHack that take place across more than 40 cities, the funding arm HackCapital has emerged from stealth mode. HackCapital is positioning itself as a…
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Ahead of COP26 in Glasgow, Scotland, Green Queen has put together this list of must-watch climate change documentaries.
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A recent survey finds consumers in five major meat-consuming nations are still largely in the dark about its climate impact. A recent global poll by Northstar Research, commissioned by sustainable food NGO Madre Brava, revealed that…
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The E.U.'s decision to regulate deforestation-related commodities comes in response to the growing concern about its impact on climate change and biodiversity loss. And it could bring more focus to the U.S. Forest Act. The European…
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Earth Day is more than just a social media trend. A global event that encourages environmentalism, it has become synonymous with eco mobilisation and addressing the imbalance in the world. Falling on April 22nd every year, Earth…
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As the European Commission takes new steps to crack down on greenwashing in product labels and advertisements, research points to a foolproof way to avoid greenwashing in the first place: hire more women executives. The E.U.'s proposed…
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Italy has long been synonymous with luxury fashion and globally-recognised design talent. A new crop of Italian entrepreneurs are changing the discourse on what it means to create a fashion company in today's global markets, where…
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According to a recent study, if emissions from food production continue at their current levels, they will cause at least 0.7°C of global warming by the end of the century. The study, published in the journal Nature Climate Change,…
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It’s now possible to choose a sustainable, concrete-laden burial at sea, following cremation, for your last wish. Advocates of the practice claim that it is a way to support marine ecosystems, by providing habitats for various species…
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Can't stop eating processed junk food? It's addictive, bad for your health, and not good for the planet, a new study finds. Processed foods taste good. It's no accident. Food scientists exploit our preferences for salt, sugar, and fat…
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Is climate candy set to be the next food niche? LA-based PurePlus says yes. The startup launched its first consumer brand, Faves, in 2021 as a sustainable alternative to Starburst. Today, each packet of chews contains one serving of fruits…
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Could you curb your clothing purchases to just five new items per year? A new report says that's the magic number if we want to avoid a climate disaster. A new report from the Hot or Cool Institute looks at fashion's impact in G20…
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Some of the most exciting young “ocean innovators" accepted into UpLink, the open digital platform launched by the World Economic Forum (WEF), are working toward sustainable progress in ocean conservation.  Life below water is a vital…
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A new survey finds growing concerns over climate change are impacting a number of key considerations, including the decision to avoid having children. New research across 31 countries including the U.S., U.K., South Korea, Egypt,…
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By: Jeff Barardelli If asked to recall a hurricane, odds are you'd immediately invoke memorable names like Sandy, Katrina or Harvey. You'd probably even remember something specific about the impact of the storm. But if asked to recall…
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What's certain is that the growth in both the soy and beef industries have come at the expense of the Amazon rainforest. As of 2019, Brazil is the world’s largest soy producer, with at least 24 million hectares of land devoted to…
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Farmers are worried about climate change, and they need transition solutions, says a new report from nonprofit ProVeg. Alternative protein looks to be the sustainable answer. "There are huge opportunities for farmers in the transition…
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