All animal-based proteins result in more emissions than plant-based proteins—but beef is hands down the biggest emitter. It's also one of the most commonly consumed meats in America. (1.3 pounds per week, the equivalent of SIX Big Macs 🍔)
@projectdrawdown.bsky.socialRed meat production accounts for 30% of global food-related emissions but generates only 5% of dietary calories or 2% of the global protein supply. That's why Project Drawdown researcher @enviroem.bsky.social calls it the coal of the food system: https://bit.ly/4x2yGnz
