Are your food choices leaving a bigger mark on the planet than you think?
The latest research highlights the striking environmental impact of different diets, measured in tons of CO₂ equivalent per person per year. Whether you’re a meat lover or a vegan, your plate has a story to tell!
Why It Matters:
Beef and lamb are the biggest sources of food-related emissions. By reducing meat, especially red meat or exploring more plant-based meals, anyone can dramatically reduce their personal climate impact.
Ready to take action? Even small steps like going meatless one day a week can make a huge difference!
If the U.S. population gave up meat 1 day per week for 1 year, it is equal to taking 25 million gas-powered cars off the road!
Behind the Data:
These estimates factor in everything from farm production to supply chain losses and consumer waste, based on a standard 2,600 kcal daily diet. Every dietary choice counts!
Source: ERS/USDA, LCA and EIO-LCA data
Graphic credit: Shrink That Footprint
