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Saturday, November 6

The Glasgow Food and Climate Declaration was officially presented by 100 local governments at Glasgow City Chambers. Initiated by IPES-Food and Nourish Scotland in collaboration with Glasgow City Council, ICLEI, C40, the Under2 Coalition, and others, the declaration is a commitment by subnational governments to tackle the climate emergency through integrated food policies. Read more: Local government leaders sign the Glasgow Food and Climate Declaration at COP26

Because of their immense power, food and beverage companies can help support governments and civil society to achieve major climate goals—or, they can do the opposite. Dani moderated a panel at the Global Landscapes Forum hosted by Oatly. Read more: Climate goals require “radical action” from the food and beverage businesses

Read the full article about food systems and sustainability by Elena Seeley at Food Tank.