Some Science (from Chatham house) Greenhouse gas emissions from the livestock sector are estimated to account for 14.5 per cent of the global total, more than direct emissions from the transport sector. Shifting global demand for meat and dairy produce is central to achieving climate goals. Recent analyses have shown that it is unlikely global temperature rises can be kept below two degrees Celsius [without a shift in global meat and dairy consumption]. A number of factors, not least fear of backlash, have made [governments and environmental groups reluctant] to pursue policies or campaigns to shift consumer behaviour. In fact Governments subsidise livestock with subsidies among OECD countries amounting to [$53 billion in 2013]. Compared with other sectors, recognition of the livestock sector as a significant contributor to climate change is markedly low. Consumers with a higher level of awareness were more likely to indicate willingness to reduce their meat and dairy consumption for climate objectives. Become more aware >>> chathamhouse.org/sites/files/chathamhouse/field/field_document/20141203LivestockClimateChangeBaileyFroggattWellesley.pdf
Posted on: Tue, 13 Jan 2015 05:45:00 +0000
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