Eating food grown using sustainable methods, such as natural pesticides and crop rotation, is better for the environment than eating food grown using conventional methods, such as synthetic pesticides.
Eating plant-based food is better for the environment than eating meat-based food. Plants require less land, water, and resources than livestock.
Eating imperfect food reduces food waste. A great deal of fruits and vegetables are thrown away because of their appearance.
Eating locally grown food reduces CO2 emissions from transportation.
Watch this video to learn more about how your food choices impact the environment.
Imagine that you want to use your food choices at home to practice environmental sustainability. Thinking about the choices above, answer the following questions:
Which of the choices above is the most important to you? Why?
Think of an example of an environmentally friendly meal you could make at home. In what way(s) is this meal environmentally friendly?
