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Cooking the books: The magical math of ‘climate-friendly’ meat

Corporate Knights

The world’s biggest meat-packers have announced net-zero targets, as the industry tries to reassure the public that despite the urgency of the climate emergency, there’s no need to cut back on our burgers and steaks. Nestlé is paying ranchers for regenerative grazing practices that get sold as carbon credits.

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Guinness embarks on regenerative agriculture pilot

Envirotec Magazine

Guinness says it is undertaking one of the most ambitious regenerative agriculture pilots ever conducted in Ireland. Regenerative agriculture is an approach to farming that aims to work in harmony with the natural environment to put back more than it takes out. It is a highly effective approach that leads to much better outcomes”.

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Even if it ain’t broke, you still oughta fix it

Envirotec Magazine

However, as fast-moving consumer goods manufacturers embark on net zero journeys, a passive attitude towards factory automation won’t cut it. Inverters made 20 years ago might still work but they won’t incorporate regenerative energy capabilities – inverter technology has advanced considerably in recent years.

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UK soils could see step change in carbon sink potential, with proper investment

Envirotec Magazine

Investing in the ground beneath our feet could have wide-ranging benefits for the environment, animal and human health – as well as moving closer to Net Zero, according to new research. But soil carbon sinks are an important, natural way of balancing the emissions that remain in 2050 – to help us achieve Net Zero by mid-century.”.

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Scottish seaweed sparks idea to boost electric vehicle batteries

Envirotec Magazine

Electric vehicles, renewable energy production, national grids and other critical elements of a net zero future will depend on having batteries that can store large amounts of energy in the smallest volumes possible and with extended lifetimes. “As

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Greater action required to prevent irreversible outcomes for farming

Envirotec Magazine

It argues how continued deterioration will impact the livelihoods of farmers if the sector doesn’t transition to regenerative practices. The authors say the report highlights practical on-farm action for restoring the natural environment so farming can weather the worst of increasing climate shocks. Call for more action.

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Farming projects to get share of £30 million fund

Envirotec Magazine

The UK government has awarded up to £30 million to “cutting-edge farming projects” that will boost food production, move towards net zero, and create a more resilient and sustainable agricultural sector.