Promoting plant-based
Project 1882 works to accelerate the transition to plant-based food. We do this by inspiring and enabling consumers and companies to choose plant-based options, and through political advocacy.
The transition to a more plant-based food system has to accelerate, and for that, a new food policy is needed. Learn more about how Project 1882 work for a transformed food system below.
Project 1882 also encourages companies to implement measurable objectives that aim at decreasing animal proteins and increasing their plant based assortment. We call this Green for Growth.
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Transforming food policies
The transition to a more plant-based food system has to accelerate, and for that, a new food policy is needed.
Current food policies, both within the EU and beyond, encourage intensive animal production. The negative impact of industrialised farming methods that prioritise quantity goes beyond their detrimental impact on the health and welfare of farmed animals, also impacting the environment, public health and is a main contributor to climate change. Intensive animal farming is the breeding ground for future pandemics and perpetuates antimicrobial resistance. There is an urgent need to change the food system to more plant-based production and consumption, at the same time increasing the welfare for farmed animals.
Project 1882 advocates for new and greener food policies which embrace:
- A substantial reduction in meat, dairy, fish and egg consumption.
- A level playing field for plant-based food products, support for development and introduction of alternatives to animal products.
- Higher animal welfare standards.