Food and Climate: 24% of all emissions
Food accounts for 24% of global greenhouse gas emissions (Project Drawdown). Livestock alone account for 14% of all global emissions, equivalent to all global transportation. In the US, our emissions from transportation are much higher than the rest of the world so our relative contribution from food is lower.
Reducing Food Waste
Reducing Food Waste
Reducing Food Waste
One of the top 3 solutions to reduce climate change world-wide! 30% of all food produced is wasted. Most of that waste occurs in the consumer's home or apartment. Imagine feeding all of the hungry people with just the amount of food that is wasted.
Food Choices
Reducing Food Waste
Reducing Food Waste
Eating a plant-rich diet is one of the top 4 solutions to reduce climate change world-wide! What we eat makes a big impact on the climate. Different amounts of greenhouse gases that were emitted to become the food on the plate. Beef (and lamb) have by far the highest emissions per weight. Plant based foods have the least.
Locally Grown Food
Reducing Food Waste
Locally Grown Food
less risk of contamination or spoilage
- Reduced carbon footprint
- Maintain green space in our community
- Fresher food with a higher nutrient value
- More flavor when in season
- less risk of contamination or spoiledge
- supports our local economy
Composting
Food Packaging
Locally Grown Food
Composting produces nutrient rich-soil which is an organic fertilizer for both your gardens and your lawn. You can reduce your trash by about 30% when you compost your food and yard waste.
Food Packaging
Food Packaging
Food Packaging
Glass, Aluminum, Tin, Cardboard, Plastic containers, Plastic mesh, Plastic bags, Foil lined bags...
which one is better for our planet?!