In an era where corporate sustainability efforts are closely scrutinized, New York’s legal action against JBS S.A. underscores the intricate dance between ambitious environmental commitments and the reality of operational capabilities. As the world’s largest meat processing company faces allegations of greenwashing, the case spotlights the broader industry challenges and the imperative for verifiable sustainability strategies.
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Unlocking Fungal Frontiers: Revolutionizing the Food Industry with Genetic Engineering
Scientists are now exploring the wide variety of proteins, fats, antioxidants, and flavors that fungi can produce. This research could lead to the development of smart foods that are good for both people’s health and the environment.
Legislative Proposal Seeks to Mandate Reassessment of Chemicals in Agricultural Products
The Agricultural Food Chemical Reassessment Act, championed by U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky, proposes a significant overhaul in the safety evaluation of seven key chemicals used in the production of meat, dairy, and egg products.
IKEA, Mer to Launch Major EV Charging Network in Germany
In a significant move to bolster EV infrastructure, Mer will collaborate with IKEA to develop one of the largest retail-based EV charging networks in Germany.
Straus Family Creamery Launches Emissions-Reduction Incentive Program for Organic Dairy Farms
The program provides monthly payments to farmers based upon successful on-farm emissions-reductions efforts, such as regenerative land management practices, electrifying farm vehicles, and composting.
The Enhanced Role of Protein Amyloid Fibrils in Gold Recovery
The approach shown from recent research is the valorization of whey, a by-product of the dairy industry, into AF aerogels, poised for the selective recovery of precious metals from electronic waste.
U.S. Biogas Industry Continues to Experience Record Growth
2023 saw nearly 100 new projects amounting to $1.8 billion in capital investments as sustainable fuels continue to gain traction for various uses.
Clean Energy Fuels Launches RNG Production Plant at South Dakota Dairy Farm
With the new facility, Clean Energy Fuels may produce 1 million gallons of negative carbon-intensive renewable natural gas each year by capturing methane from on-site organic waste.
Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Bond Pet Foods to Develop Sustainable Pet Food Protein
Pets reportedly account for up to 30% of emissions associated with domestic meat consumption, so the newly developed protein intends to reduce reliance on animal production used to make pet foods.
CH4 Begins Commercial Deliveries of Methane-Reducing Cattle Feed Supplement
The supplement is made predominantly from Asparagopsis seaweed, a microalgae that prevents methane gas from forming during the digestive process of cattle and reduces livestock-based methane emissions by 90%.