Food and Land Use Coalition (FOLU)

📑 New Report!  With 1.4 billion people and a prosperous economy, #China is a key player in the global climate narrative.  Recognizing this, the Chinese government has set ambitious #NetZero targets, committing to peak greenhouse gas emissions before 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality before 2060. While accelerating the shift towards clean energy is critical, new analysis from FOLU highlights the central role that healthy and sustainable #diets can and must play in meeting these goals. Using multiple climate models, the research compares the agricultural emissions projections of three consumption scenarios by 2050: 👉 Business-as-usual   👉 Full implementation of the Chinese Dietary Guidelines (CDG)  👉 Widespread adoption of the EAT Lancet Planetary Health Diet Critically, the analysis finds that: 📈 Agricultural emissions would reach 904 MtCO2e per year in China if consumption patterns continue on a business-as-usual track, up from a 2020 baseline of 806 MtCO2e. 🌽 Full implementation of the Chinese Dietary Guidelines would result in 46% fewer emissions than the business-as-usual scenario, aligning the agricultural sector with a 1.5C warming pathway. 🍐 Widespread adoption of the Eat Lancet Planetary Health Diet would see the biggest reduction agricultural emissions, resulting in a 51% drop compared to the business-as-usual consumption scenario. 🍚 China’s agricultural-source GHG emissions and associated mitigation potentials vary significantly by region –provinces with the highest emissions also offer the greatest mitigation potential. 🐖 In most provinces, and for China as a whole, reducing methane from livestock production would see the biggest impact Read the report for a deep-dive on key climate and nutrition interlinkages, and why healthy and sustainable diets are a key lever in delivering on the #ParisAgreement 👇  📖 Read report: https://lnkd.in/evurAVKq  💡 Read blog: https://lnkd.in/eBM_ZqMz #COP29 #HealthyDiets #SustainableDiets #EATLancet #FoodSystems #ClimateSolutions #Methane #MethaneEmissions #Agriculture -- WRI Food World Resources Institute Action On Food Food Tank EAT Gunhild Anker Stordalen WWF-China Renmin University of China International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) Minpeng CHEN Nicklas Forsell Shenggen Fan Geist*Studio

🎄 🎁 The holidays are a time for gathering, sharing meals, and celebrating abundance. But they’re also a time when food waste tends to skyrocket. Did you know that global food loss and waste might be even greater than we think? The commonly cited figure is that one-third of all food produced globally is lost or wasted. When on-farm losses are factored in, this estimate could climb to nearly 40%. Why is it so challenging to measure food loss and waste with precision? And why do these gaps in data persist despite years of research? This article from the @World Resources Institute (WRI) delves into the complexities of tracking food loss and waste worldwide. It emphasizes the critical need to improve measurement systems and understand where waste occurs to drive targeted, impactful actions. 💡 Tackling food loss and waste isn’t just about numbers—it’s about feeding more people, reducing the strain on our planet’s resources, and respecting the food that sustains us. 👉 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gYYM-EBN Liz Goodwin Brian Lipinski #FoodWaste #FoodLoss #SustainableHolidays #FoodSystems #FoodAndLandUse

The Riyadh Action Agenda launched at #UNCCD COP16 marks significant progress for addressing challenges and scaling global action on land conservation, restoration, and drought resilience. It will harness the energy of state and non-state actors to: 🌎 Strengthen integrated action on climate, nature and food systems 🌿 Scale up investment in lasting solutions for land degradation, drought, and desertification 🗣️ Support the voices and perspectives of those on the frontline leading the way in addressing land degradation, including Indigenous Peoples, local communities, and farmers By delivering these building blocks, COP16 helps set the stage for united action on climate, nature, and food in 2025 and beyond.

If you're passionate about sustainability and food systems and you are based on London or Amsterdam, this role might be perfect for you! 📢 Our Senior Communications Associate position is still open. We're looking for talented, motivated individuals to join the Food and Land Use Coalition. Don't miss out—apply now and help us on our mission to bring about rapid and transformative change in food and land use systems 🌾➡️ 🔗 Check out the details and apply here - or share the role with your network: https://lnkd.in/eJFGjsRM

How can healthy diets shape a sustainable future in China? 🌱🌏 The Food and Land Use Coalition (FOLU) has just released a groundbreaking report focusing on the role of healthy diets in transforming food systems on #China. As the world's second most populous country, China's role in shaping global food systems is undeniable. The country’s dietary shifts could be key to addressing global health and environmental challenges. The study explores: ✅ How healthy diets in China can reduce environmental pressures. ✅ The need to align food systems with sustainability and nutrition. ✅ The power of collective action to make lasting change. Read the full report and learn how China’s food systems can contribute to a healthier planet: chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://lnkd.in/edP455UB #HealthyDiets #Sustainability #FoodSystems #ClimateAction #FOLU Fengwei Ina Liu Seth Cook Gunhild Anker Stordalen Morgan Gillespy Nicklas Forsell Minpeng Chen Renmin University of China International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA)

🌳🏜️How do we value the role of a standing forest in the fight against desertification? As we approach the end of COP16 (focused on desertification), it's crucial to address the imbalance in global financial flows that is having a detrimental impact on nature. In 2022, the global financial system directed 35 times more resources toward activities that harm our planet than those that nurture it. This must change if we are to combat desertification and protect our planet's most vulnerable ecosystems. A new documentary by Nature4Climate and If Not Us Then Who?, part of the Nature in Action series, explores how Brazil is transforming its economy with a socio-bioeconomy market. This innovative model promotes sustainable agricultural practices, respects traditional cultures, and helps achieve climate, biodiversity, and land restoration goals—all while providing jobs and fair compensation. 📽️https://lnkd.in/dcjvV4-w

With #COP16 on desertification underway in Riyadh, now is the perfect moment to reflect on the restoration of degraded lands and the critical role of inclusive solutions. Nearly two decades ago in southwestern Kenya, 64 indigenous women’s groups united to restore the Mau Forest ecosystem. Their success highlights how inclusive funding models empower grassroots organizations to carry out vital restoration work. Women-led initiatives and alternative finance are proving to be game-changers in combating desertification. 🌍 Discover more about how these approaches are driving meaningful change: https://lnkd.in/eqsdguSX ✍🏼 Mercy Mulanga Caroline Njiru Christine Mboya #LandRestoration #Desertification #COP16 #WomenLeadership #Sustainability #ClimateAction

Exciting Opportunity: Senior Communications Associate at FOLU 🌍 Are you a skilled communicator passionate about sustainability and food systems? The Food and Land Use Coalition (FOLU) is hiring a Senior Communications Associate to lead impactful storytelling, manage digital channels, and amplify FOLU's mission to transform global food systems. In this dynamic role you will: ✅ Drive editorial content, highlighting corporate action for sustainable food systems ✅ Manage digital platforms to expand FOLU’s reach and influence ✅ Collaborate with global teams to deliver targeted, strategic messages ✅ Engage with the business and finance community to advance FOLU’s 2030 strategy 📌 Location: London, UK, or Amsterdam, The Netherlands. 💼 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/eJFGjsRM #Communications #Sustainability #FoodSystems #ClimateAction #FOLU

Do you want to join our team? Last chance to apply! 🚨 If you’re passionate about transforming food systems for a better future, don’t miss this exciting opportunity at the Food and Land Use Coalition (FOLU). Applications close today! 📌 Lead, Knowledge & Engagement Head FOLU’s Knowledge and Engagement team and drive global change. You’ll: ✅ Lead global thought leadership and engagement strategies. ✅ Collaborate with partners to co-create strategies for behaviour change. ✅ Shape FOLU’s broader strategy as part of its Senior Leadership Team. This role is based in Nairobi, Kenya, or Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and offers the chance to work with leading experts in food systems, agriculture, environment, health, and nutrition, with equity at the core of the work. 🌱 🔗 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/eZj_BkPt #FoodSystems #LeadershipOpportunity #GlobalImpact

🌍 Today, we celebrate #WorldSoilDay, honoring the foundation of life on Earth and the global efforts to protect it. Healthy soils are essential for food security, combating climate change, and sustaining biodiversity. Learning across borders is key to scaling sustainable practices globally. Recently, experts from India and Ethiopia came together to exchange knowledge on sustainable and regenerative agriculture. This collaboration showcases how shared insights can drive solutions for healthier soils and more resilient communities. 📖 Explore how this partnership is creating a ripple effect for regenerative practices: https://lnkd.in/eRCaZMSA Food and Land Use Coalition - FOLU India FOLU Ethiopia - Food and Land Use Coalition #SoilHealth #RegenerativeAgriculture #Sustainability #Collaboration