The US Could Massively Reduce Emissions Just by Swapping Beef for Beans

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  "title": "The US Could Massively Reduce Emissions Just by Swapping Beef for Beans",
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    "content": "15% of greenhouse gas emissions come from livestock farming. Half of humanity’s methane. 60% of its nitrous oxide. Both gases contribute to the climate crisis.\nBeef is the foodstuff with the highest environmental impact. Beans are among the lowest. This simple data-thought experiment shows how a small dietary choice could make a big difference.",
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