Pursuing environmental sustainability and animal welfare can be achieved by reducing meat and dairy consumption. As a food enthusiast and a proud Hungarian, I've made the conscious choice to limit my meat intake (no beef, no pork) out of concern for our planet and its incredible wildlife. I I encourage you to consider eating healthier as well. What's beneficial for you is also beneficial for the planet. I envision a future where we no longer need to slaughter billions of animals annually and can eliminate the industrial farming system that contributes an alarming amount of greenhouse gases to our atmosphere.
Fig. 1. My home made Vegetarian Dishes.
A report from the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation reveals that the livestock sector produces more greenhouse gas emissions than all forms of transportation combined , 18% of CO2 and up to half of all methane emissions. Methane, being 20 times more potent than carbon dioxide, significantly contributes to global warming. Additionally, livestock farming is the primary source of water pollution through nitrates, phosphates, and pesticides, posing a threat to biodiversity on land and in the sea. Agricultural activities, including deforestation and wetland drainage for farming, are major contributors to habitat destruction and reduced wildlife spaces (FAO).
Fig. 2. Some examples of my healthy, and planet friendly dishes I often make or use.
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Book: Billion Dollar Burger by Chase Purdy
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