Ordering a hamburger might soon come with more than a calorie count. Food systems account for about one-third of global greenhouse gas emissions, and some foods have larger environmental footprints than others. Some restaurants are beginning to display the environmental impact of food items on their menus. A new study led by researchers at the University of California, Davis, shows that climate labels can nudge people toward more environmentally friendly food choices.
As California lawmakers consider legislation that would require “high sugar” warning labels on restaurant menus, a University of California, Davis, study shows that the labels are effective in dissuading diners from ordering sugary items.
