Buying local feels like the greenest choice, but distance is only a small part of food’s footprint. Transport makes up less than 10% of emissions — production is where most impact happens. Choosing beans instead of beef saves up to 50× more CO₂ than buying local. Local helps, but what you eat matters more than where it’s from.

Greenhouse gases like CO₂ and methane are heating up our planet—fast. In 2025, food and farming remain major drivers of emissions. From livestock feed to food waste, every choice on our plates matters. Here’s what greenhouse gases are, how they impact your menu, and what steps businesses can take today to cut their footprint.

Belgium's newly updated nutritional guidelines for 2025, published by the Hoge gezonheidsraad, are a valueable tool for promoting health...