A new study shows that many people dramatically misjudge the climate impacts of their actions, often choosing to recycle rather than go vegan, even though going vegan is much more effective at reducing one’s environmental footprint. According to the study, respondents were presented with 21 ways to reduce their carbon footprint, and most participants overestimated the climate benefits of what they perceived to be easier changes, such as recycling and using efficient appliances, while underestimating the impact of avoiding animalbased foods.

Eating meat, eggs, and dairy significantly contributes to the climate catastrophe and other environmental problems, not to mention severe animal suffering. It’s easy, compassionate, and environmentally friendly to opt for vegan foods, which are tasty, affordable, healthful, and widely available.

Each vegan spares nearly 200 animals every year, and researchers have found that vegans are responsible for about 75% less greenhouse gas, water pollution, and land use than humans who eat animal-derived foods. Vegans also help prevent habitat destruction and wildlife extinction simply by not consuming meat, eggs, and dairy. Please see PETA.org for more information and a free vegan starter kit.

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