A climatarian diet is a dietary approach focused on reducing the environmental impact of food production and consumption, particularly regarding climate change.
The term "climatarian" combines "climate" and "diet" and reflects a commitment to making food choices that prioritize sustainability and minimize carbon emissions associated with food production and transportation.
Reduce Meat Consumption: A climatarian diet emphasizes reducing animal products, especially ruminant meat like beef and lamb. Beef farming is linked to greenhouse gas emissions, deforestation, and water use. Climate-conscious people choose plant-based proteins such beans, tofu, tempeh, and seitan over meat.
Sustainable fish: Climatarians may prefer environmentally friendly fish. This involves choosing seafood from well-managed fisheries or certified sustainable aquaculture companies and avoiding overfishing and harmful fishing techniques.
Local and Seasonal Foods: Supporting local farmers and food producers by buying locally grown and seasonal foods reduces food transportation's carbon impact. Climate change advocates choose locally grown, seasonal foods to reduce energy and emissions from long-distance transit and storage.
Minimizing Food Waste: Another aspect of a climatarian diet involves minimizing food waste by practicing mindful consumption, proper meal planning, and storage techniques. Reducing food waste helps minimize the environmental impact of food production, including greenhouse gas emissions from decomposing organic matter in landfills.
Supporting Sustainable Agriculture: Climatarians may assist soil health, biodiversity, and conservation-focused agriculture. Promote organic farming, agroforestry, regenerative agriculture, and other sustainable land management practises that trap carbon, strengthen ecosystems, and reduce climate change.
A climatarian diet stresses ethical, sustainable, and climate-friendly dietary choices. It recognises the link between food production systems and environmental and social challenges and promotes more sustainable and resilient food systems.
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