We have warmly welcomed the new EAT-Lancet Commission 2.0, a scientific report which offers a bold and hopeful roadmap for transforming our global food systems to benefit the health of people, animals and our planet.

Building on its groundbreaking 2019 predecessor, this updated report sets out a compelling roadmap for feeding nearly 10 billion people by 2050, without breaching planetary boundaries or compromising human health.

The Commission, made up of leading scientists from across the globe, reaffirms the importance of the Planetary Health Diet: a predominantly plant-based approach rich in whole grains, fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, and seeds.

If adopted globally, this diet could prevent up to 15 million premature deaths each year, dramatically reduce chronic disease, and help restore balance to our ecosystems.

Beyond human health

From an environmental standpoint, the stakes could not be higher. The report finds that the way we produce food is the single largest cause of biodiversity loss and a major driver of climate change. Even if fossil fuel emissions were eliminated, current food production alone could push global warming past the critical 1.5°C threshold.

However, there’s good news – the EAT-Lancet 2.0 shows that shifting to the Planetary Health Diet could:

cut food-related emissions by over a third
reduce antimicrobial use by 42%
significantly ease pressure on land and water resources
benefit biodiversity.

Factory farming's role

For animal agriculture, the implications are transformative. The report signals a one-third reduction in ruminant meat production and a 24% reduction in pigs and poultry by 2050. This would not only benefit the climate and biodiversity but also open the door to kinder, regenerative farming systems.

food justice

The report also tackles the issue of fairness in our food system. It calls for equal access to healthy food, protection of farmers and food producers and urgent action to reduce the harm our food system causes to the most vulnerable communities.

The report highlights key issues in our food system that we have long campaigned to change. We fully support the science-based vision and urgent calls for government, businesses and individuals to act.

Our Global CEO, Philip Lymbery, said:

Imagine if our everyday food choices could help restore nature, protect our health, and secure a better future for generations to come. That’s the powerful promise of the new EAT-Lancet Commission report.

“Whether you're shaping policy, producing food, or making choices at the checkout, it’s time to rethink how we grow, eat, and value food, and to act with urgency and compassion.

Find out how you can make conscious food choices for animals, people, and our planet and spread the word about the Planetary Health Diet.

Bold new vision for food, health and planet welcomed