03 July 2007

Meat worse than cars for the environment.

“The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated”

Mahatma Gandhi

According to the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization, the livestock sector generates more greenhouse gas emissions as measured in CO2 equivalent – 18 percent – than transport. It is also a major source of land and water degradation.

“Livestock are one of the most significant contributors to today’s most serious environmental problems. Urgent action is required to remedy the situation.”

Henning Steinfeld

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