food and our carbon footprInt

VegMichigan is a collaborator on A²ZERO, the City of Ann Arbor’s plan for a just transition to community-wide carbon neutrality. As part of our collaboration we are working to spread awareness about the connection between food choices and climate change, demonstrate how eating more plant-based meals can reduce our carbon footprint, support individuals interested in plant-forward living, and help Ann Arbor organizations/restaurants in adopting plant-forward policies.

According to the Center for Sustainable Systems at the University of Michigan, food accounts for 10-30% of a household’s carbon footprint. Meat and dairy products have a higher carbon footprint than grains and vegetables so eating more plant-based is one of the best ways to reduce one’s carbon footprint. For more information see the Center for Sustainable Systems Carbon Footprint Fact Sheet. 

A study from Project Drawdown, the world’s leading resource for climate solutions, shows that plant-based eating is the most impactful thing individuals and households can do to reduce their carbon footprint.

you can be an organIzer for your group or busIness!

1) to set up a presentation, 30-day plant-based pledge, or plant-based tasting for your workplace, volunteer organization, sports/leisure club, or even for your neighborhood. 

2) in adopting a plant-based policy or your restaurant/catering service wants support in adding plant-based options to your menu. 

If you are interested in these services, complete our form.

Would an app help you to incorporate more plant-based meals into your diet?

Please share your ideas with the A²ZERO team by filling out the quick 2-question survey below.