Climate protection in everyday life - 4. Less meat on the plate

It is true that eating less meat and dairy products can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This is because raising animals is a very energy-intensive process that produces large amounts of emissions. For example, 15,000 liters of water and 16 kilograms of feed are needed to produce one kilogram of beef. This produces approximately 27 kilograms of CO2 emissions.

On the other hand, it takes much less water, energy and land to produce one kilogram of plant food. For example, the production of one kilogram of tofu requires only 4 liters of water, 0.5 kilograms of feed and produces only 1 kilogram of CO2 emissions.

By reducing the consumption of meat and dairy products, we can contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and alleviate the climate crisis.

Here are some tips to reduce your meat and dairy consumption:

• Eat more plant-based foods such as fruits, vegetables, legumes, whole grains, and nuts.
• Choose plant-based milk alternatives such as soy milk, almond milk, oat milk and coconut milk.
• Choose plant-based meat alternatives such as tofu, tempeh, seitan and plant-based protein burgers.
• Eat fish and seafood instead of red meat.
• Eat less meat and dairy at every meal.
• Consider having a vegetarian or vegan meal instead of meat for lunch or dinner.

Even small changes in diet can have a big impact on the climate. So if you want to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, consider reducing your meat and dairy consumption.