Environmental Sustainability of Food Production and Consumption in the Nordic and Baltic Region – A Scoping Review for Nordic Nutrition Recommendations 2023 (2024)

By:
Helen Harwatt, Tim G. Benton, Jan Bengtsson, Bryndís Eva Birgisdóttir, Kerry Ann Brown, Corne van Dooren, Maijaliisa Erkkola, Morten Graversgaard, Thorhallur Halldorsson, Michael Hauschild, Anne Høyer-Lund, Jelena Meinilä, Bob van Oort, Merja Saarinen, Ha
Date:
2024
Resource type:
Blogs/news/opinion
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This review explores the environmental impact of food systems in the Nordic and Baltic regions, recommending a shift to plant-based diets to reduce environmental degradation. Key suggestions include lowering meat and dairy consumption, increasing plant-based food production, and promoting sustainable seafood options. This shift is essential to align with planetary boundaries and mitigate climate impacts.