Study: Global shift to plant-based diets could cut food-related emissions by 17%.

A new study from the University of Birmingham indicates that adopting more plant-based diets globally could reduce food-related greenhouse gas emissions by 17%. The research suggests that following the planetary health diet recommended by the EAT-Lancet Commission could save 32.4% of dietary emissions, mostly from over-consuming populations. The study highlights the need for policy changes like carbon pricing and expanding vegetarian options to encourage dietary shifts, while also noting that traditional diets in some countries may pose challenges.

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