The climate crisis is reshaping the way we grow, harvest, and consume food. In this episode of the Climate Emergency Forum, we explore the intricate connections between climate change and our global food systems. From the instability of food prices due to extreme weather events to the promise of permaculture as a sustainable farming method, our panel dives deep into the challenges and opportunities of feeding a growing population in an increasingly volatile world.
This video was recorded on March 26th, 2025, and published on April 6th, 2025, and represents the opinions of the discussion participants.
Join Dr. Peter Carter, Paul Beckwith, and Herb Simmens as they discuss critical topics such as the environmental impact of meat and dairy consumption, the role of microplastics in damaging crops and human health, and the potential of precision fermentation to revolutionize food production. They also examine how crop diversity enhances nutritional stability and why reducing greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture is essential for a sustainable future.
This thought-provoking discussion highlights the urgent need for global-local solutions to address food insecurity while minimizing environmental harm. Don’t miss this engaging conversation that combines scientific insights, practical strategies, and a vision for a more resilient food system in a changing world. Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated on future episodes!
Global relationships betweeen crop diversity and nutritional stability
How The Fossil Fuel Industry Is Pushing Plastics On The World
Microplastic Impacts on Greenhouse Gases Emissions in Terrestrial Ecosystems
Dr. Peter Carter - MD, Expert IPCC Reviewer and the director of the Climate Emergency Institute
Paul Beckwith - Climate Systems Scientist. Professor at the University of Ottawa’s Paleoclimatology Laboratory as well as at Carleton University
Herb Simmens - Author, Co-founder of the Healthy Planet Action Coalition (HPAC), Climate Emergency Board Member and former college instructor.
Charles Gregoire - Electrical Engineer, Webmaster and IT prime for FacingFuture.Earth & the Climate Emergency Forum; Climate Reality Leader
Heidi Brault - Climate Reality Leader, BA(Psychology), Library & Information Technician Diploma - Video production and website assistant - Organizer and convener, Metadata technician, COP Team Lead for FacingFuture.Earth and the Climate Emergency Forum.
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