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Join Professor Peter Smith, Chair in Plant & Soil Science, as he examines this pressing subject.
Food production and distribution contribute up to a third of global greenhouse gases emitted by human activity. Livestock production is responsible for 58% of all emissions from agriculture and half of these emissions come from ruminants, such as cattle. Ruminant meat has a 10-100 times worse impact on the climate than plant-based foods as well as 10-100 times worse impact on land use, water use, air pollution, and water pollution. So the question is, do we need to stop eating meat and dairy in order to tackle climate change?
The event will consist of a presentation from Professor Smith, followed by an opportunity to ask questions.
Online registrations have now closed. If you would like to attend this event please email us at alumni@abdn.ac.uk and we will register you.
Please note that this session will be recorded and shared online.
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