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Julieta Cardenas
Julieta is a journalist covering the future of food, animals and the environment. Most recently she completed a year-long fellowship on the Future Perfect desk at Vox. Julieta has a MA from NYU's Animal Studies department, and a BA in Art History and Architecture from Brown University.
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Upcycled Foods Offer Creative Fix for Food Waste
Food waste is responsible for 6 percent of U.S. climate emissions. Upcycling is one solution.
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Is ‘Climate Change’ or ‘Global Warming’ the Better Term to Inspire Action?
A majority of people surveyed expressed willingness to eat less meat to curb climate pollution.
Climate•4 min read
Solutions
New Cow-Free Cheese May Be Tastier, but Still Faces Hurdles
Consumers care about animal welfare and climate pollution, scientists find, but also dairy farmers’ livelihoods.
Food•5 min read
Solutions
Plant-Based Companies Should Follow the Electric Vehicle Handbook, New Report Says
Meat alternative makers could learn a thing or two from Tesla and others in the field.
Climate•6 min read
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Chipotle’s Founder Is Betting on Plant-Forward Food
The new fast-casual restaurant is powered by robots and a mostly meatless menu.
Food•2 min read
Reported
Inside Jane Goodall’s Revolutionary Approach to Animal Research
Our improved understanding of animal behavior is a legacy of Jane Goodall’s work.
Research•5 min read
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Got Bird Flu? Milk Production May Lead to More Human Infections, Study Finds
How bird flu puts vulnerable workers at even greater risk.
Health•4 min read
Solutions
The Case for Investing Billions in Lab-Grown Meat
A new report argues for a massive federal investment in food system innovation.
Law & Justice•5 min read
Reported
Emissions From Ag Are a Big Part of Climate Change — But Government Funding Lags Behind
Millions in federal research dollars are going to ineffective solutions like regenerative agriculture.
Policy•5 min read
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6 Reasons Why Eggs Are So Expensive Right Now
Wondering why egg prices are skyrocketing? A mix of reasons — avian flu, inflation and shifting demand are all partly to blame.
Food•6 min read
Solutions
In New York City Hospitals, Over 1 Million Vegan Meals Served
A partnership between Mayor Eric Adams, Sodexo and NYC Health and Hospitals aims to boost community health through culturally relevant plant-based meals.
Diet•4 min read
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