Before coming to LAist in late 2021, I covered topics such as mental health, domestic violence and environmental issues for newspapers in Texas, Arizona and northern California. I turned my focus to climate coverage after reporting on the devastating impacts of rising sea levels on communities in the remote Sundarbans islands in India.
, the L.A. County update recommends serving a 2-to-1 ratio of plant-based to non-plant-based entrees and requires county food programs to offer a daily vegan meal and alternatives to dairy products. The recommendations also call for prioritizing purchasing from local growers, among other things.“As our region’s largest employer, we have a responsibility to ensure county facilities have a positive environmental impact,” said Supervisor Horvath.
The county estimates greenhouse gas emissions from the food the Department of Public Health purchases is equivalent to driving two million miles in a car.Research has shown eating more plants and protein from things like beans and sardines, rather than red meat, is better for health too.The policy is part of a growing trend of local governments working to address the climate pollution and public health impacts of food.
Residents have been forced to decide whether to move or stay as an unrelenting landside forces power and gas shutoffs.
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