July 2007

Can’t stand the heat – get out of the kitchen.
Vegetarians claim eating meat causes more environmental damage
than driving.

 

Climate change is a hot topic for a reason - it’s happening, and human activity is, at least in part, responsible. Individuals want to know how they can help to reduce their impact on the environment - so all elements of daily life are being scrutinised from light bulbs to car use, the rubbish in your bins to your holiday destination. However little has been said about the role your kitchen plays in climate change.

The type of food we eat has huge implications on our environmental impact.

Diet is an important tool in working to achieve environmental sustainability. For anyone wanting to find out more about the issues surrounding diet and climate change The Vegetarian Society has produced ‘Why it’s green to go vegetarian’. This booklet covers climate change, water use, fishing, land use and why going vegetarian can make a difference.

‘Why it’s green to go vegetarian’ is fully referenced and is available online at www.vegsoc.org or as a free booklet by calling 0161 925 2000.

 

NOTES TO EDITORS

•‘Why it’s green to go vegetarian’ is available as a pdf at www.vegsoc.org
• For more information or to get a copy of the booklet please contact Su in the Press Office on 0161 925 2012 or email su@vegsoc.org
• Outside office hours The Vegetarian Society Press Office can be contacted on 07973 108 165/ 7. Alternatively visit the website for lots more information at www.vegsoc.org