Back in 2019, Genentech, a biotechnology company in South San Francisco, partnered with Cool Food, a World Resources Institute (WRI) initiative, to see if they could cut the emissions by nudging employees towards purchasing more sustainable meals. At Genentech’s enormous … [Read more...] about How Cool Food nudges consumers to eat more sustainable meals
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10 Key ingredients for your plant-based pantry
Committing to cutting down on meat or switching to a plant-based diet altogether is good for you and is a more sustainable choice for the environment—but let’s face it, the texture and taste of meat and meat byproducts are hard to adequately replace with alternatives like tofu or … [Read more...] about 10 Key ingredients for your plant-based pantry
This microbe-based cheese looks and tastes like the real thing
As a growing number of consumers are looking to green up their diets, more and more plant-based meat and dairy alternatives are emerging on the market to cater to these eco-conscious needs. However, as a recent culinary innovation proves, plants are not the only protagonists in … [Read more...] about This microbe-based cheese looks and tastes like the real thing
China’s meatless movement is gaining momentum
In traditional Chinese culture, eating meat is a symbol of wealth and financial comfort. This cultural connection between prosperity and meat consumption as well as China’s expanding middle class (which has been growing since the 1970s) contributes to the high percentage of … [Read more...] about China’s meatless movement is gaining momentum
Hayek Hospital in Beirut is the first to go vegan
What comes to mind when you think of an average hospital meal? Likely something bland and processed and, if you’re lucky, a dessert resembling Jell-o. Food is critical to health and recovery, yet many medical facilities fall short when it comes to nutritious options. The … [Read more...] about Hayek Hospital in Beirut is the first to go vegan
