As reported by the Telegraph, Goldsmiths University in London has announced it will remove all beef products from its cafe and shops as part of its mission to become carbon neutral by 2025. The newly appointed warden of Goldsmiths, Frances Corner, commented that that “declaring a climate emergency cannot be empty words.”
Western Oregon University Commits to 50% Plant-Based Meals by 2027
Western Oregon University (WOU) has announced its commitment to transitioning 50% of campus dining options to plant-based meals by 2027. This initiative, part of the Forward Food Pledge, is in collaboration with the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS). The university, the oldest public institution in Oregon, intends to offer a more inclusive dining experience, featuring globally inspired whole food and plant-based dishes to cater to its diverse student body. Currently, 29% of meals served on campus are plant-based, and WOU’s sustainable dining program includes composting food waste, using reusable to-go containers, and sourcing local foods when possible. Kym Bower, a food service innovation specialist at HSUS, praised WOU’s efforts. “We applaud WOU’s commitment to helping animals, their students, and the planet through this …