You may have heard that going vegan is a great way to help save the environment. But do you know why that is? Let’s breakdown the top 4 environmental benefits of veganism and why going vegan not only helps our health and the animals, but also the world around us too.

The 4 Environmental Benefits of Veganism

1. Uses Less Water

Animal agriculture has a large water footprint. For example, beef uses 1,800 gallons of water per pound, compared to potatoes which only use 100 gallons. So by going vegan, it’s estimated that you will save roughy 219,000 pounds of water each year.

2. Creates Less Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Greenhouse gasses are quickly heating up the planet and causing climate change. And according to the UN, meat and dairy account for 14.5% of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions. So adopting a diet free of animal products will help lower these emissions and slow down global warming.

3. Helps Preserve the Oceans

There is an overfishing problem due to our growing population and increased demand. So it’s estimated that by 2048 oceans may no longer have any fish left. In fact, it’s already happening now. 90% of predatory fish (sharks, tuna, swordfish, etc) have been depleted.

Animal agriculture on land is also harmful as well. Animal agriculture uses a lot of chemicals and waste that end up in our waterways which then pollutes the water and harms the aquatic life.

So by not eating land animals or seafood, vegans help preserve the oceans and protect the beloved animals beneath the sea.

4. Saves More Land

Industrial agriculture is one of the leading causes of deforestation. And this can be attributed to meat production, followed up by soy and palm oil that is mostly used to feed livestock. (For example 80% of soy produced is used as feed.) So growing plant foods takes up less land than it does to raise animals for food.

Veganism and the Environment | A Final Note

The environmental benefits of veganism are profound. By going vegan, you will help save natural resources, lower greenhouse gas emissions, preserve the oceans, and much more.

Wanting to go vegan but don’t know where to start? Check out our beginner vegan blog posts.

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