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The Vegan vs. Carnivore Narrative Distracts From Climate Action
How food fights fuel conflict instead of solutions.
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Food Systems
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A Crop for a Saltier Future
With sea levels rising and groundwater running out, scientists are racing to domesticate salicornia, or sea asparagus, a salt-resilient plant.
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Solutions
Rebuilding Food Security After a Wildfire
A coalition in Oregon is fighting to expand access to food assistance—regardless of immigration status.
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Solutions
Can Everyone Eat for the Planet? I Shopped at a Dollar Store for a Week To Find Out
In 2019, scientists published a climate-friendly food plan. I’ve long wondered: could it work for most Americans?
Climate•10 min read
Solutions
Farmers Markets Can Be a Form of Climate Action. Here’s How
Local food programs can make it easier to eat more fresh produce.
Climate•6 min read
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For Siċaŋġu Nation, Taking Food Sovereignty Back Means Eating Climate-Friendly
Mushrooms, bison and foraged plants are a critical mix of new and old food traditions.
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What COP29 Had to Say About Food Systems
Sticking points to significant reform, explained.
Climate•4 min read
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How Bezos, Zuckerberg, Gates and Musk Are Trying — or Not Trying — to Make Meat Sustainable
Who’s putting the most money into making food systems more sustainable?
Climate•9 min read
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