Emissions we should consider
from FredVegrox@lemmy.world to vegan@lemmy.world on 06 May 2025 09:06
https://lemmy.world/post/29206722

The methane contribution is a serious issue, to really consider. We can’t stop out own gas emission. But, as all the cattle use, which are bred that much for the demand, contribute a whole lot more to gas emissions contributing to the climate change, there are choices for us to not contribute as much.

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wolfyvegan@slrpnk.net on 06 May 2025 12:21 collapse

Some ways that vegans can further reduce their methane emissions:

  • Avoid rice. The flooded cultivation results in anaerobic conditions that favour methane production. Switch to other staples like banana or sweet potato.
  • Avoid the use of fossil fuels as much as possible. Extraction of both petroleum and natural gas can leak a substantial amount of methane.
  • Contribute to reforestation and protection of peatlands and boreal forests. If peatlands were allowed to dry out, or if boreal permafrost were to thaw, the ground in these areas would release an enormous amount of methane.
  • Reduce, reuse, recycle. The anaerobic conditions in tightly-packed landfills favour methane production.