Livestock farming is a significant contributor to carbon emissions, accounting for 17%* of all greenhouse gas emissions worldwide, and producers benefit from billions of dollars in financial support. According to scientific reports, wealthy countries need to drastically reduce their consumption of meat and dairy products to cope with the climate emergency.
Josh Tetrick, co-founder and CEO of cultured meat company Eat Just, Inc. speaks in an interview about his company, how to develop the cultured meat industry and why he believes cultured meat has an important role to play in the sustainability of the global food system.
*Figures updated on April 22, 2024. For further information please refer to the World Animal Foundation website:
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