Algae Biofuel Fans Get Another Do-Over
Activity is stirring in the algae biofuel market, despite some hiccups along the way and the exit of big investors.
Plant-Based Foods
A Tale Of Two Countries & Why One Is Holding The Agricultural Sector Responsible For…
Farmers in New Zealand complained that a regulated price on methane, carbon dioxide, and nitrous oxide emissions, starting in late 2025, would force some in their industry off their land. As a result of significant lobbying efforts, New Zealand has confirmed that the agricultural sector, which accounts for about half … [continued]
Hey, Food Establishments: Don’t You Want To Be Known For Your Coolfood?
Organizations that serve food as part of their services have an opportunity to enact a program so they can offer delicious dishes with smaller climate footprints.
Plant Based Foods Association Execs Talk Resilience & Innovation (CleanTechnica Exclusive)
We have reached a moment in history when our actions will determine the viability of our planet and the life it sustains—and to ensure a healthier, more sustainable, and more equitable future for generations to come, we need a food system that works for people, the planet, and animals alike.
Vegetarians As “Woke” — The Newest Climate Slap-In-The-Face
With politically-aligned name calling, little attention is paid to the salient point — shifting away from animal-based foods adds to the global food supply and significantly reduces carbon emissions and waste byproducts.
How To Plan Thanksgiving Dinner For Flexitarian Guests
A turkey is a symbol of US Thanksgiving dinner traditions. But how do you make flexitarians — guests who prefer vegetarian or vegan eating — feel welcome at your table? Here is a series of hints to welcome diverse guests and to cook with connections between industrial animal agriculture and climate crisis in mind.
Plant Based Foods: The Language of Menus Can Inspire Better Choices
How does the turn-of-a-phrase on a menu capture your attention and interest? With greater consciousness about the negative effects of animal agriculture on the environment, more food industry folks than ever are designing appealing language to inspire meatless menu selections.
Zimbabwean Startup Yanaya Introduces New Range of Plant-Based Milk
In the late 1980s and early 1990s, on my walks to Mutare Junior School in Greenside, Mutare, Zimbabwe, I used to be fascinated by all the milk crates on the side of the road. A big truck would deliver milk crates full of milk bottles to the neighbourhood and just … [continued]
Are Plant-Based Meats Good For You?
Comparisons between alternative proteins and animal meats are a start, but discussions about the impact of animal agriculture on the climate crisis should take priority.
The Top 3 Alternative Food Trends This Week
US retail sales of plant-based foods grew 27% in 2020, bringing the total market to roughly $7 billion, according to data from the Plant-Based Foods Association (PBFA). Alternative food trends fit in with the dietary needs of people in the US, as, according to the US Department of Agriculture’s most … [continued]
